William Robert "Bob" Stutz, 86, passed away on August 11, 2019 at his home near Utica, Kansas. He was born on September 29, 1932 on Peach Grove Farm near Utica, Kansas, the son of W. V. and Elma (Weber) Stutz.

Bob was a Utica High and K-State graduate and served in the U.S. Army. He married Patricia Ann Hill on February 6, 1955, in Carthage, MO. She died on August 27, 2014. They resided near Utica where he was a rancher/farmer. Bob was a proud, life-long member of the Utica First Christian Church, was very active as a 4-H leader, and was a member of the Masonic Lodge. Music was a major part of his life. While in Missouri, he sang bass in choirs and with the quartet "Fishers". Bob also participated in and supported many area music events.

Survivors include three daughters, Cheryl Stutz of St. Joseph, MO, Joy Hembree (Steve) of Great Bend, Melody Stutz of the home; two sons, William R. Stutz, Jr. (Lynne) of Kingman, Greg Stutz (Michelle) of Weatherford, TX; a half-sister, Gwendolyn Salmans (Walt) of Hanston; 9 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, 2 brothers, and 3 sisters.

His Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2019 at 10:30 a.m., at the Utica First Christian Church, with visitation at 9:30.

Respecting the family's wishes, in lieu of flowers, they request you do a Random Act of Kindness. Memorials may be made to The Humane Society or PBS/Smoky Hills.

Words of sympathy and support may be left for the family by signing the guestbook.