Robert E. (Bob) Struble
Struble, Robert (Bob) E., 56, passed away at home surrounded by family on Friday, October 21, 2005 after a courageous and graceful battle with cancer. A dedicated, proud and loving father to his three sons, a loyal friend to many and a committed practitioner of his faith, Bob will be remembered by all of those to whom he brought joy and laughter throughout his life. Professionally, he served for over thirty years as a well-known and respected executive in the local real estate market, first with his own company, Struble Associates, and most recently with Plaza Real Estate. In addition to his professional endeavors, he was an active participant in the Wichita community serving in such capacities as President of the Wichita Area Association of Realtors (and member for over 20 years), President of the Board of Directors of the 25th Wichita River Festival (and volunteer for Wichita Festivals, Inc. for over 20 years), member of the Wichita Rotary Club and member of the Wichita Wagonmasters. Bob is survived by his three sons, Michael, Timothy and Matthew, their mother Kathy West, six brothers, Rodney, Art, Allen, John, Raymond and David, and Kathryn Ewing and other devoted family and friends. A rosary and visitation will be held Monday, October, 24, 2005 at 7:00 PM at Blessed Sacrament Church. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, October 25, 2005 at Blessed Sacrament Church. Memorials have been established at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 124 N. Roosevelt, Wichita, KS 67208, Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 67202 and the Cancer Center of Kansas for Cancer Research, 818 N. Emporia, S-403, Wichita, KS 67214. Downing Lahey Mortuary East.
Rosary 7:00 PM, Monday, Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Inurnment 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, Lakeview Cemetery, Wichita.
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I was so sorry to hear about Bob. I worked with him at Weigand’s and in other real estate transactions for a number of years. His infectious laugh was always uplifting. He will be missed. Rita Davis
Dear Struble Family, It has been several years since I have seen Bob, I used to run into him after Wichita State basketball games. The last memories I have of him were of happiness and laughter. I grew up just down the street from the Struble family and babysat the boys a time or two. My dad, Gary Murphy and Bob were friends and I am grateful for that. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
Dear Michael, Timmy, and Matt, I was sad to see your Dad’s passing in the paper. I only saw him a couple of times over the past few years, but I know he had a terrific battle. While I wasn’t extreemly close to your Dad, I felt like I knew him to be a great guy and a tremendous Dad. No one who ever was around your Dad will forget his easy smile and hearty laugh. I’m certain of one thing, He was extreemly proud of you boys. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in your time of grief. Let us know if there’s anything we can do. And stop by Captn Dan’s if you ever get a chance!
It would probably be a fair comment to say Bob was one of my best friends…despite the fact we had neither seen or heard from each other since our days together in high school. Bob was just someone you don’t forget and growing up together developed a bond that in spirit..will always be with me. Before I left Wichita to seek my future we made a pact to meet at the bus bench in front of Blessed Scarament in 2000 (which seemed so far away frome those days in the late 60’s). I missed the meeting and in later years when I caught up to him…he reminded me and rubbed it in. I felt I would finally have the chance to redeem myself when I became Professor/Chair at KU and was the closest to Wichita I had been in years. We talked -made plans to get together – but now I missed the opportunity again. I’ll alway remember this unique person, that loud crackling laugh with the hardy knee slap attached to it. I’ll remember him as someone who provided the best memories in my life. He is truly someone who will be missed.
Dear Michael, Tim, Matt, Ray, Kathryn and Struble family, We were out of town when Bob passed away and did not return until after the services. We want you to know we are so sorry for your loss and you have been in our thoughts and prayers. We just loved Bob too. He was so courageous and upbeat through this whole thing. We talked often about how things were going, the treatment, etc. He was always optomistic and sure kept a good attitude even tho things were rough. We are happy to have known him, worked with him, and lived down the street from him on Terrace. He was a darling man and we will miss him greatly. I am sure you are overwhelmed with people wanting to do things for you, well, we do too – so please don’t hesitate to call if there is anything we can do for any of you-anytime. Sincerely, Ken, Lynda, Chris and Lindsey Huelsman
Bob was a great guy and we will miss him. He had a way of making you feel good just talking to him.I had a chance to visit with him on a few occasions at the Cancer Center and the grace and style he exibited has helped us along with our journey. God Speed Bob! God Bless, Jim & Juanita God bless
Dear Struble Family – Michael, Tim, & Matt, Our family is saddend to hear of your brother and father passing away. We pray that there is comfort in the knowledge that he no longer suffers in the presence of our Lord. Bob always had I friendly smile and kind hello at Sunday Mass for all. Goodness is often overlooked in our daily paths – may God bless you all with the best of memories of Bob. Peace and grace to all those who moourn for the losses in this life and may you come to know the glory in acceptance of God’s plan for each of us. Sincerely, Margaret Mertes, Jacob and James Tully
Struble boys and family, Just wanted to tell you how sad we were to hear of Bob’s passing. He helped my dad alot when he was dying of cancer and I hope he knew how much we all appreciated all he did for my dad. My dad’s name is Paul Segerhammar and he and Bob had been friends for years. I want you to know that all of you are in my and my mother’s thoughts and prayers. My mother ask me to tell Kathy that she was thinking of her too. I hope that you all find comfort knowing that Bob is a peace now. He was a wonderful friend to my dad. He will be missed.
Dear Kathy, Michael, Tim and Matthew, Words are such a difficult vehicle to use to describe just how sad I feel for all of you at this time. But if Bob could speak to us he would be telling us not to even worry about it because the place he’s in is so incredibly wonderful! And you will be there with him someday. Any time I think of Bob I see his smiling face. I never saw him without a smile. He was always so pleasant and helpful – whatever the circumstance. The world was definitely a better place with Bob Struble in it, and now heaven is better because he’s there. May God be especially close to you at this time when your hearts are so sad. Clem & I are both praying for all of you. With our deepest condolences, Clem & Patty Ast