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Robert Bertolas Obituary

Bertolas, Robert M. Monday, August 23, 2010. Age 65 years. Preceded in death by his parents Rudolph and Mary Melanson Bertolas. Dear brother of Antoinette Bertolas (Anthony Jeske), Richard (Rita) Bertolas and Mary (Ronald) Suminski. Proud uncle of Sharon (Marc) Borie, Steve (Amy Doke) Bertolas-Jeske, Joanne (Peter) LaJoice, Sara (Max) Ekesi, Kate (Matt) Schmidt, Maggie Suminski, Ryan (Cari) Bertolas, Jon Bertolas and Michael Bertolas. Loving great-uncle of Ella Schmidt. Fond nephew of Dorothy Bertolas. Further survived by many relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, August 28, 2010, at Three Holy Women Parish St. Hedwig Church, 1702 N. Humboldt Avenue, at 9:00 AM. A very special thank you and appreciation to Jan and Dave Hughes for their loving and tender care, and to Bill Bertolas for his spiritual support. Bob was proud to have defended his country, serving in the Navy during the Vietnam War. If inclined, please make a donation in Bob's name to an animal shelter as he was a lover of animals. Suminski Family Funeral Homes Suminski / Weiss (414) 276-5122 www.lifestorynet.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Aug. 27, 2010.

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Sancho Mendoza

August 31, 2010

It was a pleasure to have known and worked with Bob. May he rest in peace.

August 29, 2010

Please visit Bob's Milwaukee obituary and life story at: http://www.lifestorynet.com/memories/61520/
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thank you, Antoinette Bertolas

August 28, 2010

I missed many years of opportunity in getting to know a caring, considerate person, my cousin, Bob. I did see him for a short time last summer and our visit, though short, made me realize what a gift he was...I will truly miss him and what should have been.
Rest in peace, gentle man.

Susan Melanson - Tucson, Arizona

Ro Jones

August 27, 2010

Bob and I worked together many years ago (in the late 80's/early 90's) and kept in touch via email for a long time. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Bob's family and friends. I know he will be missed by everyone.

August 27, 2010

I knew and worked with Bob for many years. He was always a very thoughtful and helpful man. He performed his job in a most professional manner and always made us long-distance colleagues feel very welcome when we visited the San Diego, Visual Information (VI) office. He put forth much effort to ensure the mission of the VI department—training the sailors who made up the Navy he loved and served. He was a good friend, a hard worker and an asset to the his country.—Ron Burk, Pace Florida

Clarice Schmidt

August 27, 2010

Bob and I were colleagues when we worked for the Navy. We remained dear friends and I'll miss him very much.

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