Robert Allen “Bob” Stonum, born to Robert C. and Alma Roberts Stonum on November 3, 1939 near Lawson, Mo., passed on to his heavenly home on January 28, 2018. He spent his entire life in Ray County. He married Marian Akers in 1959.
Bob spent 35 years in management and service with the Lawson MFA. He was also a volunteer fireman for sixteen years, serving as chief for many years.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife of the home; son, John (Denise) Stonum; daughter, Kathryn McQuerrey (Rick); grandchildren, Jeremy (Ashley) Stonum, Garrett Stonum, and Lindsey McQuerrey; great grandchildren, Corbin, Allen, Aurora, Kenlei, Vivian, Evie, Ava, and Ella; and step-grandchildren, Rick (Amanda) McQuerry II and Keri (Steve) Tjaden.
Bob was a member of the United Christian and Presbyterian Church of Lawson, Lathrop Antique Club, and The Screaming Eagles Case Club. He was well known for his love and collection of Case tractors.
Memorials may be addressed to the church, The Lathrop Antique Club or the Alzheimer’s Association.
A memorial visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m., Friday, February 2, 2018 at the Lawson Christian and Presbyterian Church, 305 East 4th St, Lawson, Mo., with memorial service immediately following.
Arrangements are through Bross & Spidle Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs.
Our Sincere Condolences
I just found out that Bob died last month. So sorry to hear this. Praying for you all.
Love from Maxine, Gordy & Cathy Seuell.
My deepest sympathy.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Deanna Berry
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Jim Rice
Our thoughts are with you, Marian. The Screaminn’ Eagles will miss Bob’s presence. He was always a willing and cheerful friend of the club.
Mary Russell
I’m sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Donnie Shook
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Charlie, Michael and Kristina Covey
Our deepest sympathy to the families. Many dear memories of days gone by on the farms and in the trucks.
Bob & Lana Knutter
Marian, Marvin and I are so sadden to hear of Bob’s passing. I sit and reflect on the many great memories of Bob at our tractor shows and rides. We had a lot of fun. He came to Marvin’s rescue and helped him move his bolts’ bins to our new location on the highway. He sat on that Bobcat so focused and intent as he loaded those bins and put them on our trailer. It was amazing to watch. You are in our thought and prayers.
Marvin and Jean Shepherd
So sorry to learn of Bob’s passing. Will keep the entire family in prayers.
Janell Coleman
Our sincerest condolences to all the Stonum family.
Please know we are lifting you in prayer at this sad time.
We have so many happy memories of Bob through the years. May you be comforted by your special memories of him and the time you were together.
Earl and Linda Shumate
I just learned of Bob’s passing. I have such fond memories of your entire family and am sending love to you all!
~Shari
