In Remembrance Of
Robert Joseph Eckstein,Sr.
Robert Joseph Eckstein, Sr., 77 of Edgerton, MO, formerly of Clyde, MO passed away June 4, 2016.
He was born on December 9, 1938 during the great depression to Michael and Gertrude Rosalia (Eicholt) Eckstein in Clyde, MO. As a child Bob was in charge of taking care of a hundred or more chickens and cleaning out the coops. One particular rooster was very mean to him. One day Bob kicked at the rooster and missed, breaking his toe. Later in life he would have recurring dreams about the rooster.
Bob attended Labella Grade School and graduated from Jefferson High School in 1957. He then served his country in the US Navy from 1958 to 1960 as Quarter Master on the USS OZBOURN.
Bob worked for the US Postal Service as Postmaster of Clyde, MO from 1967 to 1981. He moved to Edgerton, MO in 1982 where he continued his service to the USPS as Postmaster from 1982 to 2007. After his retirement he continued to work for the Post Office part time for several more years.
He was a member of the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Smithville.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers Hubert Eckstein, Louis Eckstein, and Leo Eckstein; four sisters Ava Eckstein, Eva Fimple, Leiva Klaus, and Emelia Myers.
He is survived by his two sons Robert J. Eckstein, Jr and wife Karen of Ridgley, MO, and Gabriel Eckstein of Edgerton, MO; one daughter Sasha Eckstein of Williamsburg, VA; two brothers Bernard Eckstein and Gerald Eckstein both of Clyde, MO; two sisters Eileen Fisher and Clarice Holtman both of Maryville, MO; other relatives and many friends.
Prayer Service: 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 7th with visitation following until 8:00 p.m. all at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Edgerton
Memorial Mass: 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 9th at St. Columba Parish, Conception Junction, MO
Inurnment: Conception Abbey Cemetery, Conception Junction, MO
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Mehan Harmon family
May happy memories of Bob, and the hope of the Resurrection, comfort you in this time of loss.We had the pleasure of knowing Bob, and always enjoyed his dry wit.Peace be with you.
Mary Richey
Gabe, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You will be in my prayers.
Gwendolyn Miller
When I saw your father's name in the paper I knew it sounded familiar. When I read your name, Sasha, I remembered that for a while you and one of your brothers took piano lessons from me while I lived in Edgerton. I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Know that you are remembered in prayer.
Chris and Mike Koile
Sasha and Gabe Mike and I send our condolences and sympathy. Your dad was very proud of both of you and loved you Our thoughts are with you during this time of sadness remember not truly gone just waiting for us. God bless you both. Chris and Mike
Molly Beale
Please know that Bob's neighbors across the street to the west are sending all their sympathies. We didn't know Bob well, but had several good visits with him at the post office. Please let us know if there is anything we can help with. Randy, Molly and Thomas Beale