Robert Thomas Rumold's Obituary
Robert T. Rumold, 75, of Chanute, KS, passed away on March 30, 2018 at Kansas Heart Hospital in Wichita, KS. He was born on November 22, 1942 in Wichita, KS. He was adopted by Vernon Ray and Minnie Rose (Leeds) Rumold on April 1, 1952. On August 2, 1986, he married Marita Nadine Perry in Emporia, KS. She survives at their home.
Robert was a loving dad and husband. He owned his own business as a remodeling contractor and enjoyed building furniture in his spare time. He served in the US Navy aboard the USS Nitro AE23 where he was a pastry chef. He continued his love of cooking and baking through the years with some of his family’s favorites being cinnamon rolls, cream puffs, and pies. Robert was a big fan of watching old western movies, especially ones with his idol, John Wayne, and enjoyed the older sitcoms, including “All in the Family” and “Sanford and Son.” He was very friendly, and felt comfortable talking to anyone, especially if he was able to engage in a good debate. He will be missed by his family and a “boatload” of friends.
Robert is survived by:
Wife:
Marita Nadine Rumold of the home
Children:
Robert Rumold and wife Alicia of Osage City, KS
Melinda Spradlen and partner Doug Vinardi of Lenexa, KS
Shawn Rumold and wife Jenny of Topeka, KS
Stepchildren:
Terri Jo Conger and husband Scott of O’Fallon, MO
Jerry Horn and wife Jonnett Williams of Chanute, KS
12 Grandchildren
6 Great Grandchildren
Nieces and Nephews
Beloved Pekingese:
Lulu Belle Rumold
He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Lee Allen Rumold and Dave Bilson.
A visitation will be held at Countryside Funeral Home – Johnson Chapel in Chanute, KS on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. followed by a service at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in Chanute, KS. The US Navy will be in charge of military honors. Online condolences may be left at: www.countrysidefh.com. Memorials have been suggested to Castaways Animal Shelter or to the American Legion Post 170 for the Chanute Veterans Memorial and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Arrangements have been entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home 101 N. Highland, Chanute, KS. 66720.
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