Robert K. "Bob" Lehman

Robert K. "Bob" Lehman

Robert Lehman Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cremation Society of Kansas & Missouri - Prairie Village on Nov. 21, 2025.

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"Bob" passed away November 8 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas.

He was born February 27, 1933, in Carbon Hill, Ohio- the only child of lvan and Margaret Lehman.

Bob graduated from Ohio University with a BS degree in Geology. After college he served the United States Air Force as a pilot and other duties.

Bob was a professional geologist and engineering-geologist. He worked for the Kansas Highway Commission, Engineering Geology Services and then 35 years for Bucher, Willis Consulting Engineers.

As longtime members of Hillcrest Covenant Church he was active in Children's Ministry, Congregational Care and Missions. He also had a wide variety of interests including travel, home improvement, gardening, hunting, fishing, and woodworking.

Bob is survived by his wife of 69 years, Carol; their 3 sons

Gregory J. Lehman (Brenda)

Russell S. Lehman

Douglas R. Lehman (Karen), their daughters Monica and Melinda

and 1 great-grandson.

A private Celebration of Life Service will be held in Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth Kansas. Per Bob's wishes, a formal service will not be held.

In lieu of flowers Memorial gifts to Hillcrest Covenant Church, Prairie Village, Kansas Hillcrest Covenant Church or The Salvation Army Donate to The Salvation Army.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Cremation Society of Kansas & Missouri - Prairie Village

8837 Roe Avenue, Prairie Village, KS 66207

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