Robert W. Markins, 58, of Independence, MO passed October 13, 2016. A memorial service will be held at 10:30am on October 17, 2016 at Susquehanna Assembly of God, 622 N Jennings Rd. Independence MO 64056. Rob was born in Indianapolis, IN to Edward and Patricia Markins. He was preceded in death by his father. He is survived by his wife, Lillian, step-son, Jamie Cunningham and wife Amy of Nashville, TN, his mother, his sister Ronda Schepersky of Indianapolis, and brothers Rick and his wife Janet of Indianapolis, and Donny, also of Indianapolis. Rob enjoyed reading and fishing. He was also an avid Indiana University basketball and football fan.