Robert Ray Eschrich

Heartland Cremation - Robert Ray Eschrich

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Robert Ray Eschrich, 81, of Columbia, passed away on June 15, 2016.

A memorial service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 904 Old Highway 63 South, Columbia, MO at 6:30 PM, Tuesday, June 21, 2016.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Katherine, three sons, Robin Eschrich of St. Louis, MO, Clay (Keri) Eschrich of Saratoga Springs, UT and Seth Eschrich of Arvada, CO, three daughters, Melanie (Chris) Goodman of South Jordan, UT, Heidi (Mark) Burris of Columbia, MO and Molly Swift of St. Louis, MO, one brother, Virgil Eschrich of Mountain View, MO, 17 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews.

Bob is preceded in death by his parents Ernst and Maude Eschrich, sisters Audrey Maxine, Kathleen Huffman, Ernestine Duffield, Pauline Sansouci, and twin sister Edith Fay Norman.

A faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, where Bob served in all of his callings with love and devotion, his life was one of constant service and will be remembered as always there for his fellowman.

Bob was a union carpenter by trade, later having a remodeling business. At the time of his death he was supervising the building of houses for Habitat for Humanity.

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  1. Jerry & Sandy Muir on June 17, 2016 at 1:26 pm

    Our deepest sympathy to your family at this time. Sending much love & hugs.
    Jerry & Sandy Muir



  2. Diana Johnson on June 17, 2016 at 2:28 pm

    Heidi, so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. He was a wonderful man.



  3. Garry Shirrell on June 17, 2016 at 4:36 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with the family.



  4. Jenny Chase Haubner on June 17, 2016 at 8:01 pm

    I can’t believe it! I am so sorry! No one is ever ready to say goodbye to our dads or husband or friend. He was good to me when i really needed it. My best to your family at this time!



  5. Ed Engel on June 18, 2016 at 12:17 am

    Best guy in the history of forever. Heaven just got a little better for sure.
    All of our love to your family.



  6. Jenny Outlaw (Goodman) on June 18, 2016 at 1:06 pm

    I was so sad to hear that Brother Eschrich passed. He was a great man. My heart goes out to the entire family.



  7. Gerry Swift on June 18, 2016 at 7:02 pm

    Dear sweet Molly: I am so very sad for you. I owe u many hugs when next I see you!!



  8. Renae Willems (Kahle) on June 18, 2016 at 9:34 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bob you will be missed. Thanks for the wonderful memories.



  9. Arden and Carole Pulley and family on June 19, 2016 at 6:38 pm

    Dear Katherine and family,

    We were so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Love you all so much!

    Arden and Carole Pulley and family



  10. MCP Staff on June 20, 2016 at 11:22 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May you find peace and laughter as you remember the good times and the legacy he left to all of you.



  11. Laura Moore on June 20, 2016 at 5:42 pm

    Dear Katherine and family,
    Jan called with the news of Uncle Bob’s passing. I remember as a young child how he always lit up a room. I know you will miss him and it’s good you have wonderful memories. Praying for all of you in the days ahead and wish I could be there. Love you, Laura Ann



  12. Charles & Susan Barnum on June 21, 2016 at 6:31 pm

    Katherine, we are very sad to hear of Bob’s passing. I think all who knew Bob will miss him. You have our sympathy for your and your family’s loss.

    Charles & Susan



  13. Benjamin Unfried on June 21, 2016 at 9:13 pm

    Thinking of you, Clay and family. Deepest sympathy.
    -Benjamin Unfried



  14. Lorraine Dowdle on July 16, 2016 at 12:39 am

    So sorry to hear this..Our family loved Bob so much. But I bet there was a wonderful reunion with Ed. Love to all your family.



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