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Robert Ordway Obituary

Robert D. Ordway Jefferson City, MO Robert D. Ordway, age 55, of Jefferson City, MO, passed away Friday, December 8, 2006 at the Boone Hospital Center, Columbia, MO. He was born July 14, 1951 in Marshall, MO, the son of David V. and Lorraine W. Hoecker Ordway, both deceased. Robert explored the potential of a religious vocation before realizing God's call to three decades of wonderful marriage to Mary Jane Spratley beginning June 4, 1977. He graduated from St. Thomas Seminary in Hannibal, MO, the Pontifical College Josephinum and Lincoln University. Robert, to his family "Bob"or "Bobby" to his friends, was a man of varied experiences. He played fast pitch softball, was obsessed by any and all televised sports events, but most of all loved to coach and watch his own children play sports. Robert was employed with the Missouri State Court Administrators as a Computer Systems Integrator since 1981. He was a member of St. Peters Catholic Church. Other survivors include two daughters: Lauren Ordway and Megan Ordway both of Jefferson City, MO; four brothers: Walter W. (Chris) Ordway of Holts Summit, MO, Mark E. Ordway of Henley, MO, Roger J. (Lisa) Ordway of Jefferson City, MO and David P. (Jaime) Ordway of Jefferson City, MO; two sisters: Diane O. Thompson of Kansas City, MO and Linda L. Farris of Jefferson City, MO; one aunt, Mary Hoecker of Marshall, MO; 12 nieces and nephews: Matt and Mike Thompson, Kyle and Cole Hoelscher, McKenzie Ordway, Nick Manes, Danielle and Chris Ordway, Lindsay and Clayton Farris, Abigail and Luke Ordway. Preceded in death by son, Jordan Ordway on March 4, 2006. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, December 14, 2006 at St. Peters Church with Msgr. Donald Lammers, the Rev. Brendan Doyle and the Rev. I.C. Medina. Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation will be at the Freeman Mortuary from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday with a Prayer Service to be conducted at 7:00 p.m. in the Freeman Chapel. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Jordan Ordway Scholarship Fund or the St. Peters Church Building Fund. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com

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Published by The Times on Dec. 12, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Ordway

21 Entries

Deb Smith

December 19, 2006

I was a class mate of Bob's until he went to the seminary. He was a special man even then. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Robert and Elizabeth Swift

December 13, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Bob and Betsy Swift

Kathie Redel

December 12, 2006

MaryJane - I'm still in such shock after hearing about Bob! I pray that the peace of our dear, sweet Jesus will be with you and the girls during this extaordinarily difficult time. God has his eye on you and is keeping that very special place for you when He calls you home, I just know it! You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Anything at all that I can do, please don't hesitate a second to call me. God bless you and keep you!

Dennis Detwiler

December 12, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Michele

December 12, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. May God's peace be with you all as well.

Paula Finn

December 12, 2006

Mary Jane, Lauren and Megan - Words cannot express our heartfelt sorrow. We are just in shock over the loss of Robert. May there be some comfort to you knowing that he is with Jordan. God bless you all. John, Paula & Kelsey Finn

Sandra Mears-Benson

December 12, 2006

Mary Jane and girls,
I worked with Bob for many years at DOR and now at the Courts. I always respected him and found him to be a wonderful person. You have had so much to handle this year, but know that Bob and Jordan are now together in heaven. And they will both be looking out for you and the girls. We will keep you in our prayers. God bless you.

Brett and Gina

December 12, 2006

Dear Blab, Lauren, and Beaner:
When we had heard about your loss, our hearts sank. Please know that you are in our prayers and have our deepest sympathy. ~ "O Theos Eneh Megalos" means the Lord is great, he has a plan for us and will give us strength. God Bless all of you.

Milton Barr

December 12, 2006

Mary Jane & Family
As you know simple human words cannot express feelings about the loss of Bob. We will have to rely on our prayers asking for God's help & comfort. Bob is now released from all human suffering and is now with God but his spirit will be with us always to help us cope. May God Comfort you in this sorrowful time.

Shelley

December 12, 2006

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Bob. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God bless you and be with you always.

Sara Finke

December 12, 2006

Mary Jane,
Im so sorry to hear about your husband. I can't imagine how hard this yr has been for you. I wanted you to know that mom and dad and I are thinking about you. So sorry.

Judy Burton

December 11, 2006

Mary Jane & girls;
We were so sorry to hear about Robert. This has been such a tough year for you and our hearts go out to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers! Love, Rodney, Judy and family!

Buddy and Shirley Ortbals

December 11, 2006

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Bob at the Department of Revenue and he was such a kind person. It is terrible to lose some one during the holidays although there is never a good time to lose some one. Our deepest sympathy to all the family members

Anne Weber

December 11, 2006

Mary Jane,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. May you find strength and peace in God.

Dennis & Jonie Bruemmer & Family

December 11, 2006

Lauren & Family,

We are so sorry to hear of your dad's death. You and your family are in our thoughts and our prayers.

Ersa Franklin

December 11, 2006

Mary Jane, My Friend, I was so saddened to read of Robert's death. We are in Florida and read the JC paper online. My heart and prayers are with you at this time as you struggle with this and the passing of your son. Love to you and the girls. God Bless you. Ersa

Kristi Carwile

December 11, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Cassie Melloway

December 11, 2006

Mary Jane, Lauren, & Megan--
I am so sorry to hear about another tragedy in your family. Remember though, what is gone is never lost if you hold it close to your heart. I am hear for you, just a call away. Bob will never be forgotten. Bob has touched my heart (plus taught me how to play basketball). I love you.

Buffy and Sara Phillips

December 11, 2006

Chris, We are very sorry to hear about your uncle, if you need to talk or need anything please let us know. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

We love you

Terri Haake

December 11, 2006

Mary Jane:

I am so sorry for the loss of your husband, Bob. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Tom Goedde

December 11, 2006

Mary Jane and family:

I was so sorry to hear about Bob's death. He was a very good friend to me from high school on. I am sorry I was not able to spend more time with Bob, and to get to know you, his family, better. My thoughts and prayers are with you and with Bob.
Tom Goedde

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