Robert Diffey

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Robert J. (Bob) Diffey, 71, of Independence, Missouri, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on March 6, 2020.  He was supported and cared for by loving family and friends in his final days.  A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, March 13, 2020, from 6:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, Raytown, Missouri.

Bob grew up in and loved in Kansas City. He loved classic cars and driving around in them. He worked for the Santa Fe Railroad early in his career before building a successful painting business. In 1989 he realized his dream of opening a bar in North Kansas City called Peoples Lounge, later changing the name to River Aces. He continued to run his successful business until his health declined and the doors of River Aces sadly closed after 30 years of business in the spring of 2019.
Bob will be missed and fondly remembered by loved ones, friends, employees and the many patrons who got to know him over the years.
Bob is survived by his partner of many years Shelley Stone; her son, Robert and his family; his children, Donna, John, Marci, Kara, Danny; their mother Sharon; his son Jason; grandchildren, Clark, Brandon, Hannah, Calvin, Miri Lou, Channing and Luxie; his sisters, Monetta Knight, Kathleen Smith and Judy Nesbit.

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  1. Penny Rich on March 11, 2020 at 5:34 pm

    So sorry for your loss. The memories you have will keep him close to your heart. With deepest sympathy, Dave and Penny Rich



  2. barbara stalder on March 11, 2020 at 9:13 pm

    so very sorry for your loss.



  3. Sue king on March 11, 2020 at 9:39 pm

    So very sorry Shelley, friends and family for the loss of such a wonderful man Prayers for Peace



  4. Dawn Coleman on March 11, 2020 at 10:34 pm

    Bob was one of the greats! I have so many incredible memories at River Aces back in the day! He was always welcoming and kept everyone in line. Sending hugs and prayers to you and your family, Shelly! I know you loved him so much!



  5. lisamckinzyprice73@gmail.com on March 11, 2020 at 10:47 pm

    Love you both so much ?? forever in my ??



  6. Chuck Russell on March 12, 2020 at 11:14 am

    As you can tell from the pics Diffie always had a smile on his face !!! I will miss you my friend …..until we meet again !!!



  7. Cyndi Grooms on March 12, 2020 at 5:03 pm

    Cyndi Grooms:
    Played on pool leaque out of River Aces for Bob for many seasons. He was always great to all of us girls, he always said we were his girls. He always had a smile on his face. Geez, it seems like forever ago. He was such a great guy. So sorry for your loss, my heart is with all of you. He will always be remembered.



  8. Angela Austill on March 14, 2020 at 12:53 pm

    Thanks for the memories Bob. You were truly one of a kind. Rest In Peace.



  9. Starla Pappas on April 18, 2020 at 7:03 pm

    Hi Shelly I remember coming over to River aces and dancing doing karaoke Bob was always very kind to me awalys smiling won’t forget that smile on his face rip Mr Bob



  10. P at Robbins on January 25, 2021 at 8:47 pm

    I met Bob when I bought the Oak Tree Bar in NKC. He came in and introduced hisself and welcomed me to the Neighborhood. We had been friends till I sold my Bar 28 years later .I will never forget his sweet smile and friendly personality!



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