Robert “Bobby” J. Huninghake, 61, died unexpectedly on July 27, 2018 at his home in Fairview, Kansas.

Robert was born on September 20, 1956, in Axtell to August and Frances Stegeman Huninghake Jr.; his father died when Robert was very young.  He grew up in the St. Benedict community and graduated from St. Mary’s Grade School; graduating from B&B High School in 1974.

On December 9, 1974, Robert joined the United States Marine Corps, in Kansas City. While in Service he was a Telecom Maintenance Man and earned the rank of an E-2; he was honorably discharged on December 19, 1975 from Palms California.

After his service to his country, Robert went to work for MAC Equipment in Sabetha until 2011.

After “retiring” at an early age, Robert was “self-employed,” doing welding and handy work, to pass the time and keep busy.

Bobby enjoyed being outdoors boating and socialing.  He loved KU basketball.  He could not sit idle, always tinkering with anything to keep him busy.  He loved gardening and canning his produce, picking up walnuts and giving away the fruits of his labor.

Bobby always had a positive outlook and willing to share time with others. Bobby’s many qualities included his positive outlook on life without judgement and sharing time helping and advising others. He was a member of the Fairview American Legion.

Robert is survived by his mother, Frances Kramer; three sisters, Jane Strathman and Debbie Stallbaumer both of Seneca and Lori Huninghake of Bern and his brother, Kevin Kramer of Topeka and 16 nieces and nephews.

A Prayer Service will be held on Sunday, August 5th at 4 PM, at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca, followed with a visitation until 6 PM.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, August 6, 2018 at 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Benedict. A rosary will be prayed at 10:15 AM, prior to the Mass. Inurnment will be in the church cemetery.

Memorials are for the Earl W. Taylor post #21 of the Seneca American Legion sent in care of the family.

To express your sympathy and for more information visit www.lauerfuneralhome.com .