Robbie Fitch

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

Robbie Dale Fitch, 67, of rural Galena passed away on September 27, 2024 as a result of an accident at his home.

Robbie was born June 16, 1957 in Neosho MO. Proud parents were Chester “Bud” and Patsy Fitch. He attended Riverton High School where he was a standout athlete. At the age of 18, Robbie began his 45+ year career with Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad where he proudly served as a brakeman, conductor, and finally as a yardmaster.

Robbie was a proud dad to three daughters; Angie (Frankie) Frazier, Baxter Springs, Carrie (Orion) Roller, Baxter Springs, Lisa (Briley) Rivers, Ottawa, Kansas, and one son Matthew (Sabra) Fitch, Joplin, Missouri. He was also Poppy Robbie to six grandchildren; Hunter, Remi, Olivia, Grady, Cody, and Luke; and three great grandchildren - Blaze,Jerzey, and Kyzenn.

Robbie was an avid KU Jayhawk fan and collector of train memorabilia. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and shopping, as well as mowing and caring for his yard.

Robbie was preceded in death by his mom, Patsy (Wittenmeyer) Fitch, and his dad, Chester “Bud” Fitch. He is survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Terry and Velma Fitch of Seneca, Missouri, and one sister Sherry Kisling of Seneca, Missouri, as well as all of his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Services will be held at Derfelts in Baxter Springs on Wednesday, October 2. Visitation will begin at noon and the funeral service will begin at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Rob’s memory may make a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project, an organization he felt strongly about as it honored his dad and other veterans who bravely served in the military.