Robert F. Bastyr

So, here it is August. The season is slipping into autumn. And, I just thought I would let you know that you are still missed like crazy. Another big hole in the family that isn't going to ever be filled! Say Hi to Dad and Rick....and to so many others! Smiles and hugs! Keep the candles burning for us! Love you! Sue

Jill and Family-

I think of you often, especially around Festival time in the spring and wonder how you all are doing. It's been so long since KSTP and the dance group for me. His huge presence seems impossible to erase. He surely loved you all and fully participating in life, extracting every good thing he could from everything he did. This is a startling way to reconnect, but know that my thoughts and prayers have followed you for these many years and will be increased during...

Dear Jill: One of my favorite memories of Bob is at St. Joseph's Veteran's Day Mass this fall; he looked great in his uniform and talked happily and proudly about his service. Today in the lunch room we (some of your co-workers) were talking about Bob and his happy, playful nature, and how he appeared to be active up until the very end.
May God bless Bob on his journey home, and you and your family as you continue your lives with his spirit in your hearts.

Dad,
No words can express how much I can honestly say i miss you. You were taken from us way to soon. This isnt a goodbye this is a see you later

To Jill and your family we send our love and prayers. We always had so much fun over the years! Bob was such a joy to be around with his laughter, stories, and smile. We especially liked the fun times after dance practice! Bob will always be in our hearts and minds. We salute a true gentleman. Hugs and kisses...

Jill and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that thoughts of happy times will help you in your sorrow.

Sincerely,

Catherine Irle

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

To my sister, Jill. Thank you for bringing this wonderful man into our family. The loyalty, humour, booming laugh, and dance through life Bob will be missed forever, but so glad we shared many a meal, memory and moment together. Thank you. To Jeff...Pete...Matt... You are loved, and he loved you completely and eternally. Stand tall as the sons of Bob....and continue to make him proud by loving and helping your Mom. We all will miss him, but is a polka song away!!