Robert Emmett Brice Sr.

Bob lived his life guided by his Catholic faith and a sincere belief in seeing the good in others. He will be remembered for his warm smile, gentle spirit, and the genuine kindness he showed to everyone he met. Family and friends alike knew him as someone who listened without judgment and cared deeply for the people around him.

Bob graduated from Lillis High School in 1953. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1963. On April 25, 1964, he married his beloved wife, Mary Brice, who preceded him in death in 2024. They shared 60 loving years of marriage, building a life rooted in faith, devotion, and a deep love for their family.

Bob was a proud and loving father to his children, whom he affectionately called his seven angels. They were the greatest joy of his life, and he was endlessly proud of each of them. He also requested a special acknowledgment for his eighth angel, Malinda Garza, who lovingly and selflessly cared for him, spoiled him, and brought him an abundance of joy every day.

He is survived by his children: Gina (Richard) Calonkey, Phillip Brice, David Brice (Malinda Garza), Vincent (Lisa) Brice, Robert Jr. (Crissy) Brice, Angela Hamline (Kirk LeValley), and Martin (Sara) Brice; 15 grandchildren: Sam (Sumi) Calonkey, Cole (Sophie) Calonkey, Rachel (Davin) Lucassen, Renae (Dalton) Youtsey, Robyn (James) Embree, Ashley Umsted, Dakota Brice, Christopher (Madison) Brice, Taylor Brice, Ashlynn (Noah) Smith, Chris LeValley (Desiree Murie), Kayla Stofer, Caleb Turnbow, Colby Brice, and Charli Brice; and 10 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Bill Brice, and sister, Jane Scott.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Brice; his brothers, Jack Brice and Paul Brice; and his sisters, Mary McDonald, Terry Maize, Ginny Dean, Jean Hayde, and Loretta Horn.

Visitation will be held at St. Mary Parish, 600 N Liberty St, Independence, Missouri 64050, on March 14, 2026, from 9:30 am to 10:30 am, followed by a Rosary Service at 10:30 am and a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am. Committal Service with Military Honors will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery, 701 S Noland Rd, Independence, Missouri 64050.