Peter Conover, professor of mass communications, founder of UW- Whitewater Cable TV, avid traveler, talented photographer and devoted family man, died on July 16, 2023, at the supportive Peppi’s House (TMC Hospice), Tucson, AZ, from complications of Parkinson’s.
Peter was a remarkable human being, an amazing husband, father, grandfather, a significant guide for countless young people and a cherished friend. His positive attitude, good sense of humor and engaging smile brought joy to so many. He would frequently answer the phone by saying his name and then, “How may I help you?” as that was always his aim, to be of assistance to others. Once, when we were discussing the most important aspects of a person, Peter said, “The ability to connect,” which he did with so many. His example and his spirit will continue to ripple through the lives of those he touched for generations to come.
Peter was born in Evanston, IL on January 2, 1948, attended school in Evanston and Chicago, earned a BA at the University of Iowa, where he met his wife, Katherine. He went on to earn an MA from Syracuse (NY) University, and a Ph. D. from UW-Madison. He was a professor of communication at UW-Whitewater for many years, earning awards for Outstanding Faculty Service and for Outstanding Teaching.
He is survived by wife, Katherine, sons Aubrey (Laura) and Damien (Shoshanah), grandsons Eli, Ben and Colin, brother Kelley (Judy) and sister Mary Susan (Mike) and several nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Whitewater, where he lived and worked for many years and where he developed numerous valued friendships.
Donations in his name can be made to one of two endowments (#4159 and #4218) set up by and for Peter at UW-Whitewater in the “Designation” dropdown menu found here: http://uww.edu/give.
Albert L. Gapp, 76, of Alton, Missouri, formerly of Whitewater, Wisconsin, left this earthly world to be with his Lord and Savior on August 19, 2023. Al was born on May 16, 1947 to Albert and Phyllis (Wambold) Gapp of Eagle, Wisconsin, the the eldest of 10 children. He was a graduate of Mukwonago High School and worked as a self-taught auto and diesel mechanic and in maintenance before retiring from Husco as a mechanical assembler.
Al was a mechanical genius from a young age. His loving mother Phyllis joked of having to warn an 11 year old Albert that he had one too many car engines hanging from their trees. He was a General Motors man who loved old cars and owned several classics, a couple of which he trailered back from out West. He owned two auto repair shops in his lifetime, owned a racecar at one point, and in his free time was either tinkering on something or attending a swap meet or rummage sale in search of car parts and tools. Al was a lifelong outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and trapping. He didn’t shoot a deer for its “rack,” but rather for its meat, and because of this was always giving out venison to family and friends. After retiring, he moved to Missouri to fulfill his dream of owning a place in the country. He spoke of the simple freedoms this afforded him such as no longer being “harassed by the City” for having a lawnmower in his yard and for being able to shoot a deer out his window and not have to drag it home.
Al formed many friendships throughout his life and will be remembered by many for his kindness, intelligence and sense of humor. He was a man of strong character who stood up for what he believed in and he supported many charitable causes.
Al is survived by two daughters, Julie Gapp, of Fort Atkinson WI, and Sara Gapp, of Palmyra WI, two grandchildren, Casey Alwin and Addison Alwin of Palmyra, 7 siblings, Sherry (Bob) Krenz of West Plains, MO, Michael Gapp of Doniphan, MO, William (Judy) Gapp of Dousman, WI, Bruce Gapp of Whitewater, WI, Daniel Gapp of Thorpe, WI, Carolyn Piasecki of Eagle, WI, and Christine Fuller of Waukesha, WI, an Aunt, Eunice Rowe of Whitewater, and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and treasured friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Russell and Paul Gapp, and son-in-law, Marty Bakke. No funeral service will take place per his request; however, a celebration of life will be planned for family and friends at a later date.
A memorial service for John R. Burrows will be held on Saturday, September 2 at 2:00 p.m. at Fairhaven Senior Services, 435 W. Starin Rd., Whitewater.
John R. Burrows was born in Bryn Mawr, PA, on October 16, 1956, the son of Robert Nelson Burrows and Marion Jauch Burrows. As a child, John was reluctant to speak, first entering the world of speech when he was three and a half years old; he never stopped after that point, always ready with stories, anecdotes, and commentary on things around him. He was a happy boy, artistic from the start with a fertile imagination, boundless creativity, and artistic talent. When he was in the third grade his family moved to Whitewater, Wisconsin, and he became fascinated with the history of the region, eventually working during the summers at Old World Wisconsin in nearby Eagle, Wisconsin, after it opened in 1976. He also became interested in puppetry during his grade school years, and as a sixteen-year-old obtained on his own initiative a summer internship at Pelham Puppets in Marlborough, England. That experience spurred his interest in marionette theater and British culture. He soon convinced his father to build a stage for puppet performances and he developed shows that he performed at schools and shopping malls, to the delight of children and adults alike. As a boy, he played piano, learned to play the organ, and purchased a pump organ which he took to Grinnell College to the astonishment of his dormmates. There, he fell in love with the study of art and architectural history, which began a lifelong interest in and passion for Victorian culture.
John went on to complete graduate studies at the University of Virginia in architectural preservation and was hired as South Dakota’s preservation historian, a short-lived career given the draconian policies against support for the arts implemented by then President Reagan. He then found employment in the business world, working for the historical design merchant Bradbury and Bradbury in Benicia, CA (near San Francisco), where he began to design period wallpaper patterns. After several years he moved to the Northeast, settling in Boston and becoming a “historical design merchant” in Victorian furnishings—carpets, lace curtains, and wallpapers. He founded his own company, “J. R. Burrows and Co.” and opened his first store on Newbury Street in Boston, later moving the store to a Federalist Period home he bought and restored in Rockland, Massachusetts, where the company thrived from the late-1980s until 2021. During that time John developed a relationship with Grosvenor and Wilton Company in Kidderminster, England, promoting their authentic reproductions of high-end wool carpets using original looms and patterns from the mid-19th century. He advised and oversaw the installation of period carpets, wallpaper, and other furnishings in historic buildings like Villa Louis, a stately mansion in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, and in churches as diverse as Trinity Church on Copley Square in Boston and the reconstructed Mormon Temple in Nauvoo, Illinois. He also oversaw carpet installations for two rooms in the White House (the Blue Room and the Lincoln Bedroom, during the presidencies of Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, respectively), and provided carpets and lace curtains for the interiors of Steven Spielberg’s 2012 “Lincoln” movie. Hundreds of historical homes and buildings in cities and towns across the United States bear the imprint of his creative work as a restoration designer. He received numerous awards and accolades for his work in historical restorations, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Victorian Society in America.
John interested himself in everything Victorian and had an encyclopedic knowledge of the history and culture of that period—in England and in the United States. Over his career, he spoke frequently at civic groups and academic conferences, always drawing others into his passions and curiosities. During the 1980s John became involved in “vintage dance groups,” and participated in dance events throughout his life, enjoying a weeklong dance gathering at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island a week before his untimely death.
John was a lifelong advocate for LGBTQ rights and causes. In 2001 he was instrumental in founding “Bear Week” in Provincetown, Massachusetts, an annual event occurring each July that attracts more than 10,000 gay men for a week of celebration and conviviality.
In June of 2021 John moved back to the Midwest, settling in an 1880 Victorian home (which he named “Brackets Cottage”) in Milton, Wisconsin, fourteen miles from Whitewater, where he grew up and where his mother still lives. Over the last several years, they enjoyed many days together as he rekindled his love of America’s “heartland.” John died peacefully in his sleep in his Milton home on Saturday, May 20, 2023. He is survived by his mother, Marion Burrows of Whitewater, Wisconsin; his siblings David N. Burrows of Oriental, North Carolina, Mark S. Burrows of Camden, Maine, and Linda Jauch Jennings of Falcon, Colorado; and his former husband Christopher Ricciotti of Montville, Maine. Memorial services will be planned for Whitewater, Wisconsin, and Rockland, Massachusetts, at a later date.
Nitardy Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com
David Neal Triebold (DT), 85, passed away after a brief illness on August 14, 2023. DT lived and died in the comfort and beauty of the hilltop home he built and decorated, on Engel Road in Whitewater. David was born in Illinois on April 21, 1938, to Frederic and Mildred (Stecher) Triebold, and was the youngest of seven children.
The Triebold family moved to Whitewater WI in 1949, purchasing the Engel Road farm from Leslie Engel, the man who would eventually become DT’s father-in-law. David enlisted in the Army National Guard, proudly serving until his Honorable Discharge in September 1962. He married Laura Millis Engel (Lollie) on October 26, 1963. Jointly, DT and Lollie purchased the family farm, subsequently adding surrounding farms to their acreage. Together, they raised three daughters: Kathleen Ann, Kristine Ruth, and Karla Jane.
David was a farmer his entire life. He began as a dairy farmer, but as that discipline began to take a toll on his body, he transitioned into cash crop farming, raising corn and soybeans. With the unproductive land, he developed subdivisions with the idea that their borders be left natural, encouraging the formation of wildlife bridges. In addition to farming, he was a master at buying houses, gutting them, remodeling them, and renting them out. He was a jack of all trades and a master of many.
DT taught his three girls many life lessons, molding them into strong independent women of which he was very proud. He encouraged and supported his daughters’ obsession with horses, which, truly in his mind, was just a way to keep them close to home and away from trouble. It was a successful lesson. It was also important to him that each of the three knew how to change a tire; how to change their own oil, whether it be in a car, truck, or tractor; how to stack a straight mow of hay; how to drive any piece of equipment on the farm; how to nickel and dime a starter out of a Case 400 tractor; how to turn a wrench without busting a knuckle while tearing the engine out of a Case 2470 TK; how to pick rocks while chugging a warm beer; how to swim; how to work the soil, plant the seeds, harvest the bounty, and market the crop; how to cook a mean beef tenderloin; how to enjoy a Friday night fish fry with friends and family; how to dance the polka; and finally, how to smile and say “Thank You.”
During his life, David was known as an impulsive risk taker, as well as an independent thinker. When he was a youth, and was told by his mother to stop using his new welder and come in for supper, his response was “Catch me if you can!” When told he couldn’t do something, his response was, “Watch me!” When given directions to take a right-hand turn or a Ralphie, he’d take a left or a Louie. His life’s mantras were, “If it’s going to be, it’s up to me.”; “Do you know where to find sympathy? It’s in the dictionary between s** and syphilis.”; and, when discussing a project or dream, he’d say, “Make history of it.”
Dave and Laura indulged in their love of adventure and travel, both domestically and internationally. Their destinations included most of the 50 states, the Caribbean, Central America, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, China, Japan, Thailand, and Russia. For the past 20 years, Torremolinos, Spain became a favorite wintertime destination. DT had a gift for striking up a conversation with anyone, anywhere, sparking friendships with people from around the world. Many new lifelong friends were invited to visit and share his home, where he would introduce them to the varied and unique treasures which he obsessively collected from around the globe. DT enjoyed reliving the stories of how he’d haggled and bartered for these fine objects. He was an anomaly who loved shopping.
David was preceded in death by his wife Laura in 2021; his parents; his sisters: Dorothy, Aileen, and Shirley; his brothers Frederic (Fritz) and Richard. He is survived by his three daughters Kathleen (Jeff) Markham, Kristine (Phil) Welter, and Karla (Jeff) Mortara; grandchildren Jeremiah (Jess) Markham, Josephine (Wyatt) Bennett, Kristina, Alexandra, Keira, and Andrew Mortara; brother Donald Triebold; sister-in-law Judy Triebold, as well as many other cherished family members and friends.
In DT’s honor, a traditional “Triebold Farms Party” will be held in the Summer of 2024. It will be reminiscent of all the summer parties and weddings that he loved to host on the farm.
Michael D. McGilvra, age 71, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023, at Rainbow Hospice in Johnson Creek after a short illness surrounded by his family.
He was born July 28, 1952, to the late Phillip and Donna (Krueger) McGilvra in Columbus, WI. Mike graduated from Waupun High School in 1970, and after graduation he served four years in the Navy. Upon returning from the military, Mike married the love of his life Jill Rosenmeier on June 15, 1974.
In May of 1977, Mike graduated from Moraine Park Technical School and worked in industrial settings as an Electronic Technician, ending his career at Ball Corp in Fort Atkinson, retiring in 2017.
Mike was a loving and supportive husband, father, and grandfather. He loved fishing, camping and spending time with his family and friends. He was a Boy Scout leader while his son was in Scouts. In his retirement he enjoyed working on pottery and stained glass.
He was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Whitewater and was a member of the Knights of Columbus serving as Deputy Grand Knight.
Mike is survived by his wife Jill; his children: Jeff McGilvra of Grafton and Ann McGilvra of Fort Atkinson; 4 grandchildren: Andrew, Emma, Jacob, and Miles; siblings: Steve (Deb) McGilvra, Shannon (Maureen) McGilvra, and Diane (DuWayne) Garb; brothers and sisters-in-law: Dave Rosenmeier, Ken (Linda) Rosenmeier, and Nancy Nordbeck. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by an infant daughter Megan, his parents; stepfather: Wally Tollers; 2 brothers; Phil and Bruce; brother-in-law: Eric Nordbeck and sister-in-Law: Sue Rosenmeier. And by his father and mother-in-law: Don and Mary Rosenmeier.
The family would like to send a special thank you to Mike’s lifelong friend Randy Schmidt and also to Rainbow Hospice for their excellent care.
A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1225 W. Main St., Whitewater WI. on Friday, August 25, 2023 at 12:00 Noon.
A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Mass at the church.
Jack H. Papcke, 85, on Monday, August 7, 2023, shortly after meeting and holding his three-day-old great-grandson, Carson, completed his earthly journey in his home with his family by his side. He was born to Fred and Martha (Arndt) Papcke, in the township of LaGrange, WI, on September 26, 1937, the 7th of 11 children. Jack attended South Heart Prairie Grade School, across the street from the family’s home farm. He graduated with the class of 1955 from Whitewater High School. Jack will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him.
Jack loved growing up on the farm. It has been said, “You can take the boy off the farm but you can not take the farm out of the boy.” He loved having a large garden and enjoyed its harvest. He enjoyed sharing stories of his youthful years. One story remembered is of them roller skating around the table on the new linoleum while their parents were gone. Needless to say, that did not go well on his folks return.
He was proud to have been part of the WI National Guard. He completed basic training on March 15, 1961. He and Janet Duesterbeck were married on April 15, 1961 and he was reactivated with the WI 32nd Division on October 15, 1961, for the Berlin Crisis. The full unit served time at Ft. Lewis in Tacoma, WA. He enjoyed a trip with VetsRoll to Washington DC with his long-time friend, Jim Wedige in 2017.
Jack enjoyed fishing and hunting. He often fished with his mom. Mom is mom forever and she was in charge of rowing the boat. He took many trips fishing in the north, Canada and North Dakota. He enjoyed hunting locally and going to Babcock deer hunting with the guys.
Jack had a way of making mechanics work. He was part owner of Elkhorn Heating and Sheet Metal for many years. He was also employed by Harkness & Hoxie, Southern Lakes Plumbing & Heating and Expert Plumbing & Heating. He retired in 2000.
Jack is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jan. He is also survived by his son, Jeffrey (Karen) Papcke and daughter, Jacklynn (Tim) Breidenstein. He loved sharing time with his grandchildren Mattie (Josh) Keizer, Macie (Hank) Barrett, Jacob (Dean) Nelson-Papcke, Tessa (Tyler, friend) Papcke and Jorian (Winston, friend) Breidenstein. His smile was always big when the great-grandchildren came to visit. They were Layne and Ayda Keizer, Everly and Carson Barrett and sweet little Nora. He is also survived by his siblings David (Barb) Papcke, Marjorie Roloff, Norman (Anita) Papcke, Doris (LeRoy) DeVries, Darvon (Betty) Papcke, Diane (Floyd Finney) Papcke and many nieces and nephews. He loved sneaking quarters to the little ones and was often called the “Quarter man.”
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Martha, his stepfather, George Sherman and his siblings Allen Papcke, Marion (Jerry) Harris, Arlene (Robert/Bud) Rowley, Carol (David/Dub) Agen, brother-in-law, Eric Roloff and sister-in-law, Jo (Glenn) Nyboe.
A memorial service will take place on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Millard Community Covenant Church, N6713 County Road O, Elkhorn, WI, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastors Chris and Sharon Nelson officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will take place at Heart Prairie Cemetery with Military Honors. A celebration of life luncheon will follow in the church Fellowship Hall.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be shared with VetsRoll, 1777 Gardner St., South Beloit, IL, 61080 OR Aurora at Home Hospice, 116 N. Dodge St., Suite 6, Burlington, WI, 53105 OR Millard Community Covenant Church, N6713 County Rd. O, Elkhorn, WI, 53121.
Haase-Lockwood & Associates Funeral Homes of Elkhorn, WI, is assisting the family in honoring Jack. An online guestbook can be found at www.haaselockwoodfhs.com
Guadalupe “Lupe” Clemons, 68, of Fort Atkinson passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at Fort Memorial Hospital.
Lupe was born on August 28, 1954 in Brownsville, Texas to Diego and Raquel (Chica) Mayans. She grew up with 11 siblings in Brownsville, traveled the country, and finally settled in Wisconsin around 1995. Lupe worked in different fields as a nurse aide, and in food processing industries.
She loved doing hand crafts such as lamps and spinners for family and friends all around. Lupe enjoyed a life of dancing, being around family, and always being with friends. She loved her cats, Oreo and Midnight.
Lupe is survived by siblings, Reynaldo (Carol) Mayans, Ninfa Mayans, Norma Mayans, Raul (Leticia) Mayans, Maria (Anthony) Mayans, Sara (John) Mayans, Gilberto (Irma) Mayans, Elida (Alfonso) Mayans, Gilbert (Ana) Hernandez; God-daughter, Jada Mcleod; many nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Diego F. and Raquel Mayans; husband, Steve Clemons; brother, Everaldo F. Mayans; sister, Giselda Garcia; Tio, Juan Guerrero; and Tia, Olivia Villalon.
At Lupe’s request, there will be no formal services.
The family would like to give special thanks to Doctor George and the staff at Fort Memorial Hospital for their exceptional care for Lupe.
Donations can be made in Guadalupe’s “Lupe’s” name to cancer research organizations of one’s choosing.
Nitardy Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com
Editor’s note: updated on 8/30/23 to correct birthdate.
Our family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Rommel J. Kienbaum on August 14, 2023.
He was born to Carl and June Kienbaum on February 23, 1972, in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. Rommel is survived by seven siblings, April Furman of Whitewater, WI, Linda (Ron) Bohlender of Roscoe, IL, Cherie (John) Ells of Fort Atkinson, WI, Carl (Brenda) Kienbaum of Fond Du Lac, WI, Dawn D. Kienbaum of Whitewater, WI, Sterling (Rhonda) Kienbaum of Oshkosh, WI, and Ben (Dawn) Kienbaum of Menomonee Falls, WI. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
Rommel was predeceased by his parents, Carl and June, his sister Mariann “Mickie,” brother-in-law George Furman, as well as his maternal and paternal grandparents.
Rommel was an honest, funny, kindhearted man who cared deeply for his family and friends; he was however, anything but typical. Never afraid of silliness, Rommel could always incite laughter. He had a magnetic presence and natural playfulness that resonated with all those around him. For his nephews and nieces, they were delighted to have him as their own personal “Uncle Buck.”
Employed for the last 20 years with Auto & Scrap Recyclers in Milwaukee, Rommel formed strong bonds amongst his coworkers. An amazing cook, Rommel was known for the great lunches he would bring to share with his fellow coworkers. As dedicated as Rommel was to the recycling of auto and scrap, most would note how much he kept from being scrapped. Rommel loved everything, cars, vintage toys, coins, etc., and did what he could to preserve them. Some would venture to call him a hoarder, but Rommel would be quick to correct that he is a collector!
Often private but rarely alone, Rommel kept canine companionship throughout his life. He had three Pit Bulls named Twenty-Two, Rugger, and Bullet.
Rommel was beloved by all who knew him and will be deeply missed.
Visitation is from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at First English Lutheran Church, 401 W Main Street, Whitewater. The funeral service will immediately follow the visitation beginning at 12 p.m.
Kurt Alvin Troemel, 98, of Whitewater passed peacefully from this life to the next on August 14, 2023. He was born to Kurth and Martha (Pickert) Troemel on February 3, 1925 in Waukesha, Wisconsin. A resident of Whitewater since 1946, he was a member of the St John’s Lutheran Church.
He served during World War II in the 29th Infantry Division in the European theater. After the war, he was active in the Whitewater American Legion, Jefferson County Forty and Eight, and the VFW.
He met his lovely bride, Erna Jaeckel and married her on December 24, 1949. They spent 73 years in wedded bliss. They set up home in Whitewater. Kurt worked as a millwright at Whitewater Manufacturing before working for American Motors in Kenosha and was an active member of the UAW. After 30 years, he retired to spend his time helping his neighbors, friends and the Whitewater American Legion, even serving as the Post Commander. He also served as Chef de Gare of the Forty and Eight. Civic minded, Kurt served as a Walworth County board member from 1992 until 2001.
Kurt was preceded in death by his parents, Kurth and Martha (Pickert) Troemel, eleven siblings, and his son, Gary Allen.
Kurt is survived by his wife, Erna (Jaeckel); his daughters Judy (Ray) Leonard and Susan Troemel and his sons Ronald (Sandy), Donald (Sonia), Terry (Margaret), Kenneth (Eileen), 15 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, 9 great-great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-great-grandchildren and many many nieces and nephews.
Services to be held on August 28, 2023 at Nitardy Funeral Home in Whitewater with visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. and services at 11:00 a.m. Following the service, graveside services with full military honors at Hillside Cemetery. Followed by the luncheon to follow at Fort Atkinson Legion Dugout, 201 S Waters Street E, Fort Atkinson.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Rainbow Hospice, 147 W Rockwell St. Jefferson, WI 53549 and Whitewater Post 173 American Legion Cabin Fund, c/o Ron Troemel, 210 Parkside Dr, Whitewater, WI 53190.
Robert Adolph Fuerstenberg (Bob), 81, of Fort Atkinson, WI passed away peacefully on August 8, 2023 at Our House Senior Living, in Whitewater. Bob was born May 5, 1942 in Elkhorn, WI, to the late Arthur and Jeannette Bogie Fuerstenberg. His engaging smile and friendly outgoing personality will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents and his younger brother, David. He is survived by his daughters, Deanna Salazar, Tennessee and Shawn Schwab, Fort Atkinson. Granddaughters, Analise Salazar, Tennessee and Kassidy Roth, Fort Atkinson. His brother, James (Louise), Bill (Marilyn) and niece and nephews, Ron (Kris), Dan (Debbie), Tim (Debbie), Brian (Cheri), Sharyl (Tom Smith), Monica (Scott) Edmonston), Doug (Kristen Wild). As well as many great nieces and nephews and many of his close friends and neighbors.
Bob spent his childhood and school years in Whitewater. Along with his friends he joined the Army National Guard after high school in 1960. His service with the Guards was cut short with a medical discharge after a farming accident.
Bob worked for several years as a short order cook at the Main Cafe. Soon his desire to work and repair cars started him on his lifelong career, first at Dick’s Shell Station, owning and operating Bob’s Service for many years and finally retiring from Frawley Oil as a mechanic. Even though Bob worked his whole life in Whitewater, he resided in Fort Atkinson. He said he could drive Highway 12 blindfolded and we think he sometimes did.
The family will always recall Bob’s famous potato salad with a special ingredient that he never shared. It was a favorite at family gatherings. His niece and nephews enjoyed an impromptu wrestling match to see who could take Uncle Bob down. They enjoyed many pool games and dart games while admiring his many beer signs.
Bob will be remembered as an honest, outgoing, fun loving, friendly, caring person, who always had a smile for you. He was humble when it came to his car repairing knowledge; if he repaired your car, you knew it was going to run. He was a sought-after mechanic by his many customers.
Thank you to the staff at Our House Senior Living and Rainbow Hospice for the care that was given Bob on his last journey.
A Celebration of Bob’s life will be on September 30, 2023 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. This gathering will provide an opportunity for family and friends to celebrate him at his favorite place, Soup’s On in Fort Atkinson.
Come and share your stories and the good times you had with Bob on his life journey.
