In Remembrance Of
Robert “Bob” Maxwell
Robert A “Bob” Maxwell of Platte City, MO; 90, passed away peacefully November 7, 2020. Most recently, he was a four + year resident of the Missouri Veteran’s Home, Cameron, MO. His family would like to thank the nurses and staff for their excellent care and compassion.
Bob was born Feb 1, 1930 in Grayson, MO to Donald J. & Ethel Maxwell (nee Wilson). He was the middle “rat” of his siblings, Bill and John. The three “rats” learned the value of honest hard work early in their life while growing up in Nashua, MO.
Bob graduated from Smithville High School in 1949 while also achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
Enlisting in the US Navy shortly after graduation, Bob served as a machinist mate aboard the USS Grenadier, (SS-525)
Upon his return home from the Navy, Bob went to a Welcome Home party in his honor at the Red Crown where he met his wife to be, Genie “Pearl” Rule. Bob and Genie were married November 26, 1955. Later this month they would have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary.
Bob decided to pursue his higher education at Northwest Missouri State University, earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education. He then began his teaching and coaching career in Maitland, Smithville and finally Platte City, MO. He earned his Master’s Degree in Education from the University of Missouri-Columbia. His teaching and coaching career spanned over 30 years.
He touched so many lives on and off the football field, the basketball court and of course by teaching Drivers’ Education. Oh, there are so many stories…
Anyone who knew Bob knew he loved his family, his farm, his Red Man…but especially his dogs. He was never more content than to be walking in the woods or to return home and have a dog in his lap.
Bob is preceded in death by his infant son, Scott, wife Genie and younger brother, John.
He is survived by his older brother, Bill Maxwell, Sun City, AZ, daughter Julie and Rick Morgan; O Fallon, MO, son Todd and Melonie Maxwell, Platte City, MO, his grandchildren Katy (Thomas) McCullough, Nashville, TN; Scott (Julia) Morgan, Wildomar, CA; Nick (Becky) Maxwell, Gladstone, MO; Derek “Judge” Maxwell, Salina, KS; two great-grandsons; Lennox and Kendall Maxwell and many, many loving family members and friends.
Graveside Service: 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 18th at Second Creek Cemetery, Kansas City
Arrangements by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville
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Todd Wade
Todd,
I’m sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Had I known and had this pandemic allowed, I would have been honored to say goodbye. I hope you’re doing well.
Jenneth and Juanita Farr
Sending prayers to the family. He will be missed by all that knew him. Remember Drivers Ed and mushroom hunting.
James and Margaret Baber
If there is anything I can do for you please let me know. I intended to come down today and got tied up and did not make it in time. I always enjoyed the time we spent together.
Ted Edlin
Mr. Maxwell Rest In Peace Amen
Marcia Jarombek
So sorry for your loss and prayers of comfort. Bob was one of a kind. He made our daily life much more entertaining. He was a good man. Glad to have worked with him.
Terrie Lou Bryan- Gordon
One of a kind
Rosie and Roger Wade
So sorry we can’t come to the services that day—I would love to see Katy and her family — Julie et al. Jillian sends her condolences from Portland and Roger & Rosie also send thoughts and prayers. Roger has great memories of Bob in school of — building floats, etc. Bob was a great man!
Steve Baber
So sorry for your families loss , Bob was a great man .
Patty Esfandiary
What a great loss. Im sure many young boys were touched by his words of wisdom. I was truly blessed by knowning him and his family.
Carol Roodhouse
Julie,
Please know that you and your extended family are in my thought and prayers during this very difficult time. Your Dad will always be there for you in your heart and mind. Cherish the memories. Carol
Terrie Gordon
What a great man with a great attitude toward life
Carolyn Adair-Hakes
So wonderful to have a great Dad. Your family was truly blessed.
Tom Summers
I was one of the guys Bob coached on the football field at Smithville. He was so good to me. I had a stutter. Bob taught me to take time between words and greatly helped me quit stuttering. I have never forgotten his kindness.
Dooley Ann Navarro
Julie, Todd and families,
My heartfelt condolences for the passing of your dad. I know you have many great memories of Coach as so many of us have a story or two about the legend as well! Hugs from Austin!
Kitty Richards
RIP, Coach. You’re with your Genie, now!
Frank Buell
Taught and coached with Bob for six years. We were always in sink on the football field and in our chosen careers. I had an opportunity to visit with him a few times after we went our separate ways. Will always remember him as a friend and
mentor. Rest In Peace my friend.
SueAnn McAvoy
Julie and Family- I’m so sorry for your loss. I will never forget his kindness helping out with my yellow 411 Volkswagen- hauling it back to Columbia! I still tell that story (and love him for it.) Sue Ann
Ellen Millerit
It was such an honor to meet Coach! He and Genie were such a great couple. My prayers and love for all of the families related to them. Xoxo Ellen
Johnny Northern
Bob Was a great guy ,great coach, good friend