Robert Charles "Rob� Shearer, 41 of Independence, MO passed away Sun. Dec 26, 2004 at the University of MO. Hospital in Columbia, MO. Memorial services will be held 7:00 pm, Wed, Dec. 29, 2004 at the Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Indep. MO. Rob was born on July 25, 1963 to Wilbur and Patricia Shearer in Independence, MO and was a lifelong area resident. He had been a self employed Painter in the Independence area. Rob enjoyed cooking, fishing and photography. He was a loving son, brother, dad and uncle. He was preceded in death by his father, Wilbur Shearer. Rob is survived by his mother, Patricia Shearer of Independence. Six brothers, Terry of Kearney, MO; Rick of Windsor, MO, Steve of Independence, Kevin of Cole Camp, MO, Josh of Independence and Joe, also of Independence. Four sisters, Ginny Shearer of Blue Springs, Patti Jene Moran of Blue Springs, Paula Barker of Independence and Pam Shearer of Independence. Three children, Ericka Fincher of Blue Springs, Charla Shearer and Ceara Shearer, both of Clinton, MO and numerous nieces and nephews.