Robert Eugene Laverty, 87, a Northland resident of Kansas City, MO passed away on Friday, September 30, 2016. Bob was born March 19, 1929 to Elmer and Elizabeth R. (Sparr) Laverty in St. Joseph, MO.
Bob is a veteran of the US Army; he was stationed in Germany during the Korean Conflict. Bob was united in marriage with Elizabeth “Betty” Johnson on January 24, 1953 in Parkville, MO.
He spent more than 60 years as a member of Local Union 533, as a Pipe Fitter; working in Kansas City and Alaska during the construction of the Alaskan Pipeline. Bob was also a member of the Masonic Lodge Rising Sun #13.
He enjoyed dancing with his wife; deer hunting, listening to music and spending time with his family. Bob appreciated Vintage automobiles, especially his ’56 T-bird and his ’59 Corvette. For many years, during the Christmas holidays, Bob enjoyed dressing up in his red velvet suit with the white trim, portraying Santa Claus. He could be found at Hallmark Cards or in Parkville, MO during the “Christmas on the River” festival.
Bob was preceded in death by both parents; his wife, Betty; a daughter, Sherry L. Hilton and a brother, Richard Laverty. Survived by his daughters: Elaine (Roger) Bowles of Gladstone, MO; Darlene (David) Phillips of Oak Grove, MO; a sister, Virginia (Roy) Medlen of Kearney, MO; sister-in-law, Judy (Gary) Kirtley of Basehor, KS; six grandchildren: Robert, Amber, Lauren, Lane, Nick and Dillon; 6 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 – 2:00 pm, Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at Christ Lutheran Church, 6700 N.W. 72nd Street Kansas City, MO. The Funeral Service will immediately follow at 2:00 pm. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Crossroad Hospice. Memories of Bob and condolences to the family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of Robert. May you find comfort in the words written at John 6:40, where God promises to bring back to life those we have lost in death by means of a resurrection. In the future, He will also completely do away with our enemy, death.(Revelation 21:4) This gives us the wonderful hope of being reunited with our loved ones, forever. Until then, I hope the memories of Robert and these promises from God comfort you in the days to come.
Sorry to hear that Bob passed away. He worked for me several times over the years. He always gave me a good days work. He was a good pipe fitter. Sincerely, Jerry Chance, 533.
Elaine, Darlene & Aunt Ginny,
My heart is so very heavy with the loss of Uncle Bob. I feel very blessed to have been able to visit with him in April. The sparkle in his eye meant the world to me and I will be forever grateful for gift of that time together. I will carry him in my heart forever. Please know that my heart is with you all. May our Lord cover all of you with HIS comfort, strength & peace as HE welcomes Uncle Bob into HIS heavenly kingdom. GOD Bless Uncle Bob and all of you.
With much love,
Robin, Joe, Vincent & Tyler
Although I never met Bob, I knew his daughter, Elaine from the Hill Crest Thrift Store where she volunteered. Judging from
the genuine concern Elaine displayed for each person, Bob must have been an outstanding and loving person. “The Apple doesn’t fall far from the tree! Bob & his family will be in my prayers. “Life has changed not taken away.” He left this world a much better place.Heaven grew by one last Friday. May he rest in peace. I’m sure he will spend his heaven doing good upon earth.
Another way to remember Bob would be to visit the Hillcrest Thrift store on either a Wednesday morning or a Thursday morning and personally visit with Elaine and Roger. There are thousands of CDs, Cassettes, DVDs that would be a fine tribute to Bob who loved music. “Nothing in life is to be feared, it is to be understood.” Rest in Peace.
Love,
Ron Poplau