Robert Dale Diepenbrock

Robert (Bob) Dale Diepenbrock, 90, of Alma, Kansas, went home to his Lord and Savior on November 12, 2024. Bob will be remembered by his family and many friends as a fun- loving guy, who loved to tell stories, golf, fish and play cards.

Bob was born on May 29,1934 in Topeka, Kansas. His parents were Homer and Hazel (Skoog) Diepenbrock. Bob is preceded in death by his parents, his grandson, Thomas Moffitt, his sisters, Doris St. John and Lois Metzenthin, and brothers-in-law; Steve Hackett, Glenn St. John and Bud Metzenthin .

Bob was married to Janice Fernstrom Diepenbrock for 64 years. Janice passed away on November 9, 2021. They have 3 children: Daniel (Paula) Diepenbrock, Brenda (John) Moffitt, Paul (DeAnn) Diepenbrock and 7 Grandchildren; George (Lindsey) Diepenbrock, Ted (Lindsey) Diepenbrock, Margaret (Nic) Porter, Jacob (Elizabeth) Moffitt, Thomas Moffitt (deceased), AJ (Rachel) Diepenbrock, Marci Diepenbrock and 6 Great-grandchildren; Leigh Diepenbrock, Will Diepenbrock, Graham Diepenbrock, Cash Diepenbrock, Neve Diepenbrock, Charlotte Diepenbrock. He is also survived by his sister, Jean Hackett.

Bob graduated from Topeka High School in 1952 and served in the US Army as a staff photographer in Alaska from 1954-1956. He worked for the Santa Fe Railroad from 1962 until his retirement in 1996. Bob inherited his family farm in Alma, in 1972, where he resided until his death. He loved his farm where he and Jan had many wonderful dogs, chickens, hosting his Mulligan Stew get-togethers, family reunions and special times with his family. Bob also enjoyed watching KU basketball, the KC Chiefs and the KC Royals, movies and westerns. After Bob’s retirement he especially enjoyed golfing, fishing, and working on the farm. He was known to decorate the hill above the farm with fun wood art projects, including a large Statue of Liberty or his favorite sporting team’s logos. Bob also enjoyed reconnecting with the church of his childhood, St. John Lutheran Church.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, November 23, 2024, at St. John Lutheran Church in Alma, Kansas. Inurnment with military honors will follow at Fairview Cemetery. The family will greet friends at the church on Friday, from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. They suggest memorials contributions to St. John Lutheran Church or Alma American legion and those may be sent in care of Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.campanellastewart.com.