Robert J. "Bob" Mitsch

This is one of four carvings Bob Mitsch did for my father (Clifford Earl who was also in The Battle of the Bulge. My siblings have the other three.

I met Robert while writing "Once Upon A Time In War: The 99th Division in WWII." Lovely man. I met him once at the St. Paul airport on my way to a 99th Division reunion. He took the trouble to drive to airport to talk. Wish we could spent more time together. Robert Humphrey

First;please accept my condolences in the passing of Mr.Robert Mitsch,I bet he was a wonderful man!Second; It was his photo that struck me,I don't think a better one could have been used!It is so dynamic!God bless you all with great memories!

Bob was a good friend and an insiration. I'll miss our conversations.

Mary Beth & Todd - The next few days will be difficult for your family. My deepest sympathy is extended to your family. I went through this process less than a year ago. I know exactly what you are going through. You are not alone, I have your family in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you both for the care you gave "Bob".

I first talked to Bob early in 2001. I was a stranger, calling about his service in WWII because I was trying to learn more about the 99th Infantry Division. Bob was friendly, helpful, modest, and happy someone was interested in the experiences and hardships men like him endured in fighting that war. Subsequently I began to write essays for the Checkerboard, the Division's newspaper. Bob encouraged me to keep going and write a book, which I finally finished in September 2006, after...

We shared some indelible experiences in WW II. He was a patriot that his family should be proud of. He also had a great sense of humor. He was my best friend. Eldon Engel

We are sorry to hear that Bob has left us. We will always remember him coming down the hall whistling with a smile on his face. He has been a wonderful neighbor and we have enjoyed knowing him and living next door to him. Marilyn & Al Anderson (Applewood Neighbors)