Robert “Bob” Allen Seiner, age 96, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026, at Parkview Health Care Facility in Bolivar, Missouri, surrounded by his family. During his time at Parkview, he became known as the facility’s official greeter and doorman. He loved talking to every guest and joking with the staff at Parkview.
Bob was born May 26, 1930, to Ernest and Edna Mae (Graham) Seiner. He was the ninth of their ten children. He married Helen “Darlene” Franklin Seiner December 26, 1950, and they celebrated 73 years of marriage before Darlene’s passing in 2024. Their union was blessed with four children: Rick, Teresa, Brent, and Rocky.
Bob was a proud lifelong resident of Polk County where he was a dairy and beef farmer and had a career in construction spanning more than 40 years, during which he built custom homes.
Bob was a man of deep faith, finding solace and strength in his spiritual journey. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Bolivar. His life was a testament to the values of love, compassion, and kindness.
He is survived by his children, Teresa (Mike) Parson, Brent (Vesta) Seiner, and Rocky (Patsy) Seiner; daughter-in-law, Mary Seiner; one sister, Joan Wilson; ten grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Darlene, his parents; his son, Rick; his brother- and sister-in-law, Roy “Sonny” and Elaine Thomas; and eight of his siblings and their spouses.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. August 14, 2026, at Butler Funeral Home, with burial at Mt. Gilead Cemetery.
