In Remembrance Of
Vaughn Matthews
Robert Vaughn Matthews, 82, of Stillwell, KS, formerly of Gower, MO passed away December 23, 2019 in his home.
Robert was born April 28, 1937 to Raymond L Matthews and Ella B. Vaughn Matthews in St. Joseph, MO. He grew up in Gower, MO where his brother and him helped their parents with the family slaughterhouse business. Robert began his career with Armor Foods but would end his working days for the Blue Valley School District. He married Lillian M. Cline and they had two children, Paul and Patti. Robert adopted Lillian’s first child, Pam. They would later divorce.
His love for the game of baseball started at a young age and later was able to share this passion with his youngest daughter Patti. They would attend many KC Royals games together throughout the years and was fortunate enough to experience a World Series game at the K in 2014. He also loved any kind of motor sports racing, especially drag racing. He traveled the country with his son in-law (Steve) and daughter participating in motorcycle drag racing. It was obvious how proud he was of Steve. Robert didn’t know a stranger, making friends wherever he went. No matter where you went, everyone knew Bob and loved him. He was also a 40+ year member of the Elks Lodge, and a 50+ year member of both The Shriners and the Masonic Lodge.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, R.L. Matthews and his son. Paul.
Robert is survived by his daughters Pam Matthews, Prairie Village KS, and Patti Smithers (Steve), Olathe KS, and many friends he met during the journey of his life.
Celebration of Life: 1:00 p.m. Monday, December 30th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.
Inurnment: Allen Cemetery, Gower, MO.
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Kristine Smithers
We are going to miss you Bob RIP Love, Kristie & Zack
Carol Stauffer
Patti and Steve, heaven gained a beautiful angel when they welcomed Bob! He was such a gem his spirit lives in you Patti, his twinkle in his eyes and joy he found meeting others is rooted in your soul. Sending you two peace and love!
Steve Smithers jr.
See you at the races dad, god speed…..
Vasco Williams III
My condolences to Patti and her family. I pray that JESUS comfort you all in your time of loss. Keep a praise on your lips and know “And God is with me”, just as He was with Joseph. My family and I are here with you.