In Remembrance Of

John M. Baber

John Baber, 82, of Platte City, MO passed away, April 29, 2019. 

He was born on March 12, 1937 to George and Francie (Wade) Baber in Platte City, MO where he grew up graduated from Platte City High School. He then served his country in the U.S. Army.

On August 12, 1956 he was united in marriage to Patsy Marie Robbins. After their marriage they lived in Platte City where they made their home.

John was a heavy equipment operator and was a member of Local Union 101 Operating Engineers for 46 years.

He was a lifetime member of the Hoover Christian Church after being baptized there on September 22, 1949.John was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife, Patsy; son, Steve Baber and wife, Linda; daughter, Susan Miller; grandsons, Taylor Ahnefeld and Jackson Baber; brother, Robert Baber and wife, Patricia; other relatives and many friends.

Memorial Service: 3:00 p.m. Sunday, May 5th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville, MO with visitation from 1:00-3:00 p.m. prior to the service.

Donations may be made to the Hoover Christian Church.

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  • Johnny Northern

    Prayers to the family

  • DAVID AND LORI SUMNER

    STEVE, LINDA, PATSY AND FAMILY.
    MAY YOU FIND COMFORT DURING THIS VERY SAD TIME KNOWING THERE IS A BETTER PLACE THAN THIS EARTH WE LIVE ON AND JOHN WILL BE THERE. THROUGH THE GRACE OF GOD WE WILL ALL BE REUNITED ONE DAY WITH OUR LOVE ONES THAT HAVE PAST.
    JOHN WAS ONE IN A MILLION AND WILL BE MISSED

  • Janice Hopson

    I am so sorry to hear this… John and Patsy were frequent customers of Roxanne’s Cafe. I always enjoy waiting on them and talking with them they are wonderful people..So sorry to hear this Jackson I will not be there I am out of town I am so sorry…REST NOW JOHN.

  • Penny Martin Evertson

    Deepest sympathy for your loss.
    Prayers that you find peace in the
    wonderful memories of John. I am so sorry for your families loss.

  • Natalie Robbins Kurlander

    I send you all my love at this difficult time. Uncle John was a rock solid quality person. A very hard worker and a wonderful family man who it was always a pleasure to be around. May his memory be a blessing for all!

  • Peggy Harmon

    So sorry to hear of John’s passing. Lifting you up for comfort and strength.

  • Walter H Humphrey

    Our most heartfelt sympathy for the family’s loss. Sandy Humphrey

  • Ginny Latham

    So sorry for your loss.

  • Cathy Latham Collings

    Uncle John you are going to be missed by all your family. You provided all of us with special memories when we would all get together at your house. Love all of you

  • David Baker

    Sorry for your loss

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