Walter L. “Bo” Savio Jr.
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Walter L. “Bo” Savio, Jr., age 79, passed away on September 3, 2025. Born on March 24, 1946, in Jefferson City, Missouri, Bo was the son of Walter and Maryn Savio. He graduated from Raytown High School and the University of Missouri-Columbia. Bo proudly served in the United States Army and was a Vietnam veteran.
On September 25, 1971, Bo married the love of his life, Barbara Ann Haglund. He dedicated 55 years to the banking industry, with the last 20 years spent at Blue Ridge Bank and Trust Co. Bo was a long-time member of Raytown Christian Church, where he served faithfully as a deacon and later as an elder.
Bo was a passionate sports fan, cheering on the Royals, Chiefs, and Mizzou Tigers. He was an avid reader, often juggling multiple books at once. Known for his sweet tooth, Bo had a particular fondness for “crappy candy” like circus peanuts and orange slices. He loved Mexican food and cherished meals shared with family. One of his greatest joys was watching his grandchildren thrive in their activities.
Bo was a devoted son, husband, father, grandpa, uncle, mentor, and friend. He was hard working, witty, engaging, and a man of deep faith. His presence will be missed by many.
He is survived by his beloved dog, Buck, and his four children: Sarah (Brent) Basore, Stephanie (Bryce) Griffith, Jon (Erica) Savio, and Rebecca (Ryan) Butler; as well as three grandchildren: Bodan Griffith, Giovanna Savio, and Evangeline Savio.
Bo was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara, and his parents.
A service to honor Bo’s life will be held on September 26, 2025, at Raytown Christian Church (6108 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, MO). Visitation will begin at 5:00 PM, with funeral services immediately following at 6:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to organizations close to Bo’s heart:
- Kansas City Pet Project, where he adopted his best friend, Buck.
https://kcpetproject.org/donate/ - Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, whose mission he deeply admired.
https://www.nlbm.com/donations/ - Honor Flight Network Kansas City, which provides free trips for veterans to visit their memorials in Washington, D.C. Bo was able to join an Honor Flight in September 2023. PO Box 46718, Kansas City, MO 64188
One of the truly good guys. RIP, Bo.
Best Neighbors ever! I’ve missed the Savio family living next door, all the years since you moved from Topeka.
Bo’s passing leaves a hole in my heart, but his kindness and humor and memories of good times and good people will be remembered always.
Deepest Sympathy for this loss.
Bo was a great classmate, teammate, and human being. Condolences to all who knew him
I will miss his emails. I’m thankful I was able to visit with Bo in July. He was one of the good ones. So very caring of others, a man of deep faith.
We are saddened by Bo’s passing and we pray that God’s peace and comfort will fill the void in the lives of Bo’s precious family and friends. May his memory be a tremendous blessing for all that know and love him.
So sorry to hear of Bo’s passing! Bo , Barb & family were great neighbors & friends in St. Joseph. We will cherish all the good times we had! Our deepest sympathy for the Savio family, Judy & Julian Moreno & family
So sorry for your loss. Bo was a great man and will be missed. We had many years of good times and conversations.
Bo was a good man, husband and father. He will be missed by everyone. Very kind man, very generous, he had an impact on me during my teenage years when he and Barb married in 1971.
Bo was one of the “good guys”. He was also a historian, something greatly missing today. I’ll miss talking to him.
So sorry to hear of Bo’s passing. His wife Barbara my cousin was like a sister to me growing up in Raytown. Many fond memories of her and Bo and Barb together with their family. Hoping you have many fond memories as a family. Know he will be missed as is your mother. Our condolences and prayers. Janet and Jim Reilly