Robert Eugene “Bob” Colvin

Robert Eugene “Bob” Colvin

Robert Eugene “Bob” Colvin, age 73, of Wichita, Kan., passed away Saturday, June 3, 2017 at his home. He was born on Aug. 28, 1943 in Fort Scott, Kan., the son of George and Ruby Riley Colvin. Bob was a veteran, serving his country with the United States Navy, for four years and with the United States Air Force for twenty two years. He married Ursula Knittel on April 12, 1974 in Lakeland, Ga., they were happily married for 43 years. After retiring from the military, he went to work for Boeing working and modifying airplanes. He was a member of the V.F.W Post 3115, Wichita, Kan.

Bob was survived by his wife, Ursula of the home; a daughter, Janice Enitla of Wichita, Kan.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Jerry Colvin; and a sister, Linda Adams.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, June 8, 2017 at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Burial will follow in the U.S. National Cemetery, Fort Scott, Kan. The family suggests contributions to the American Cancer Society in care of the Funeral Home P.O. Box 347, Fort Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the guest book at cheneywitt.com.