Robert Lee Barr 77 passed away peacefully at his home in Easton, Kansas on March 29, 2025.  Robert was born August 29, 1947, in Leavenworth, Kansas, to Roland Bengerman (Ben) Barr and Gladys Irene Barr (Skeels). Robert was the oldest of seven siblings.  Robert, in his early years, worked as a commercial roofer and worked with his father in the floor sanding business.  Later in life Robert went to work for the Easton school district and was a custodian there for many years until his retirement.

Robert was a pillar in the family, he was very loyal to his family and was always there to help however he could.  He was instrumental in helping his sisters with their children (Tina niece and Tim, Earl and Bobby nephews), Robert acted as a second father to his niece and nephews, he helped them get to sporting practices, games, school events, as well as fishing, learning to drive, learning to swim, etc.  For many years the family enjoyed Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays at Roberts home in Easton, and in the summer the family enjoyed Roberts' delicious fried chicken and potato salad on Sundays.  Robert was a huge sports fan, he loved the Chiefs, Royals, KU teams, and Nascar where his favorite driver was Jeff Gordan.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents Ben and Gladys Barr, his siblings, Jack Barr, Anna Barr, and Ben Barr.  He is survived by his siblings Fred Barr, Larry Barr, and Betty Pantoja (Barr).  He is also survived by his niece Tina Hobbs (and husband David) and nephews Tim Gates, Earl Gates and Robert (Bobby) Pantoja (and wife Olya), and great-nieces Alexa, Ryley and Madelyn, and great-nephews Kiger, Thomas and Ty.

The family wants to extend a huge Thank You to the staff at St. Croix Hospice from Atchison, Kansas.  The staff was extremely helpful to Robert and to the family during the last few weeks of Roberts life and have continued to reach out to the family to assist through this difficult time.

A Grave side service will be held at 2pm on Friday April 11, 2025 at the Easton Cemetery at 235th and Cemetery Road, Easton, Kansas.  In lieu of flowers the family asks if you wish, donate to The Salvation Army 401 Choctaw, Leavenworth, Kansas 66048.