Bob Burress

1936 - 2025

Bob Burress , 89

Bob Burress (Feb 21, 1936 – Sep 20, 2025)

Bob Burress was born February 21, 1936 in Gordon, Nebraska. He passed away on September 20, 2025 at home in Moses Lake, WA after a long hard-fought battle with cancer. He is preceded in death by his wife Georgine of 66 years and daughter Glenda. He is survived by his Sister Dawn Peterson, Son Randal, and Daughters Catrina and Monica, seven Grandchildren and two Great Grandchildren.

Bob was born and raised on a farm in Northwestern Nebraska where he met his wife Georgine. They married in 1956 and moved away from the farm to Southern California where Bob worked as an Operating Engineer for 20+ years. Bob relocated his family to Moses Lake in 1979 to join his parents and sister, farming alongside them for several years. After Mt. St. Helens, Bob sold the farm and built and opened "Bob's Café at the Inn" in 1983. Bob never did retire but continued to run his restaurant for over 40 years. It was very successful in the community, a meeting place open 24 hours a day. Bob felt like he had to invest in the community that contributed to success. He sought out ways he could help community events and affairs, giving unselfishly. One of Bob's greatest pleasures was attending the activities at the Grant County Fair & Rodeo. He loved the thrill of an auction – be it livestock to support local kids; or the hunt for antique farm equipment to build his "Bob's Classic Tractors" collection. He was loved by many and will be dearly missed.

Thanks to all the faithful employees of the Café that became like family over the past 40+ years. Also to the customers that have contributed to its success. With this help of dedicated employees and customers, Bob's Café at the Inn continues to thrive. It is his family's goal to continue employment of staff and support the community for their parents that loved Moses Lake. They were local and proud of it.

Bob's wishes were to forego any services or memorial.