In Remembrance Of
Bob Foley
Bob Foley, 91, of Smithville, MO, formerly of Springfield, MO passed away, August 1, 2024.
He was born on October 25, 1932 to William Raymond and Sarah Ella (Buckner) Foley in Strafford, MO. Bob grew up in Strafford and graduated from Fairgrove High School where he was valedictorian. He then served his country in the U.S. Navy and was trained as a radiologic technologist.
On May 3, 1957 he was united in marriage to Betty Jo Harris. After their marriage they lived in Springfield, MO where they made their home. In 2017 they moved to Smithville.
He was a member of the Northside Assembly of God Church in Springfield where he served for over 30 years as a Deacon. Bob was currently a member of Grace Community Church in Smithville. He loved God, his family, his church and everyone that he encountered.
Bob leaves a legacy of integrity.
Bob worked at Cox Medical Center for 42 years where he was the assistant administrator.
He was preceded in death by his parents, six sisters and one brother.
Bob is survived by his wife, Betty; children, Janice (Monte) White and Curtis (Sherry) Foley; grandchildren, Joshua White, Sarah (Steven) Walcher, Jacob White, Sara (Chris) Webb and Seth (Erin) Foley, and Aleece (Tyler) Reed; great-grandchildren, Aaliyah White, Eli White, Gabriel White, Carter Reed, and Lucy Reed; brother-in-law, James (Cynthia) Harris; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Private Family Services will be held.
A life well lived.
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Service Details
Community of Smithville Memorial Cemetery
Private Family Services will be held
Comments & condolences
8 comments
Sharon Spitz
I’m so very sorry for your loss. He was a kind, thoughtful man. A great teacher and so very well thought of by many. He was a part of my work family for so many years. He will always be “Mr.Foley” to me. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.❤️
Ken Wilson
I’ve always respected your ability to see the Best in people Mr Foley , We lost a valuable Man is our Family of friends… I’ll see you again one day and as always we will sit down and have a hot cup of coffee and discuss the goodness of Jesus and what’s wrong in our society. RIP My Friend I’ll always Love and Miss You until that day we meet again !
Ken Arnold
Bro. Foley was my boys Sunday School teacher. He had an impact on my life. He was a man of god. His was a life well lived.
Vanna Tanner
I attended church with the Foley family for years. Bob was a wonderful man and always so kind. My prayers are for Sister Betty and for Curtis. I know Brother Foley is now with God who he served faithfully. We will see you soon.
Robert Heslop
Rest in peace Bob. Say hi to Gladys, Jack and Lillian. Never got to meet you but talked and chatted online.
Nikki Thielmann
When I started to work at Cox , Bob soon became my mentor and go to person for any problem. Very patient and a good listener. He treated everyone fairly and with dignity.
Heaven will greet him warmly and with open arms! Farewell my friend and enjoy your eternal reward!
Shirley Rusher
I remember that he was such a kind and loving person. He was a great Christian and every one was his friend. God bless everyone for your loss.
Kelly Bariteau
I was a radiology student at Cox and have fond memories of Mr Foley. He was such a kind, gentle man. We always enjoyed working with him! We got a kick out of him fixing everything in the dept with “foley” tape! We are so very sorry for your loss!