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Robert Cole Obituary
March 26, 1961 - June 21, 2025
Robert "Bob" Cole, 64, of Franksville (Raymond), WI passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 21st, at his favorite place in Verona, WI. His last day found purpose in helping his loved ones; while enjoying peace and quiet under the summer sun in his Shangri-La.
His legacy lives on in his surviving family: his loving wife, Wendy Cole; his children who were his pride & joy: Sierra & Tanner Cole (The twins), Brandy (Brandalee) Stork, Jared Rusch, and Ashley (Smashley) Nabbefeld who lovingly referred to him as her Looga; his Children In-Law: Matt Stork, Jessica Rusch, and Bill Nabbefeld; his Honorary Children In-Law: Pat Hartl and Grace Cizma; his Grandchildren: Alyssa, Dawson, Skylar, Brandon, Gage, Jared Jr, Carsyn, Sarahbeth, Faith, Jaxon, Kane & Paisley Rae and Great-grand child, Maddi; his siblings and their spouses: Elena & Bob Jones, Jan & Dave Brinker, Nancy & Gary Rice, Bill & Kris Cole; sibling-in-laws and their spouses: Wade & Idy Nelson, Jody & Andre Antreassian, Bill & Karen Thomas.
Bob was proceeded in death by his parents Robert & Veronica Cole.
The operations team at Fiserv will miss his kindness, reliability, and witty out-of-office messages.
"We are all stories in the end" Bob's stories will continue as long as his loved ones keep telling them. The family would love to hear yours at the memorial or you can share online at https://www.mykeeper.com/bahb.
A casual celebration of life will be held at Infusino's Banquet Hall, 3201 Rapids Drive, on Wednesday July 2nd, visitation will begin at 930 a.m. with a service at 11 a.m.
His stories were never short but this one must be.
Memories and Condolences
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Diane (Malik) Polachek
July 6, 2025
Dear Wendy & Family (I will Always remember him as "Bobby"),
I have 60 plus years of wonderful memories with our huge, wonderful family.
We were the lucky ones! Our childhood was Amazing!
Rest in piece my Dear cousin.. So many Great memories growing up.
With Love & Prayers,
Your Cousin Diane
Phil Huml
July 4, 2025
Even though Bob and I worked on different teams we tended to end up working together on various issues over the years. Snarky comments were usually part of the commentary on both ends of the conversation and commonly parts of the stories being told (stories which could have been extended at any time by either of us). It wasn´t unusual for one of us to discover that the work had finished some time earlier than the stories. Bob was also proud of his family as at least one member was mentioned during our many calls. Godspeed Bob!
Lisa Yglesias
July 2, 2025
Bob and I have been coworkers and friends for many years. His kindness and helpfulness, his dedication to the Operations team and those he supported, his "snarky" comments and stories will all be missed. Bob spoke fondly of his loving wife Wendy and very proudly of the "twins". Bob and I also enjoyed sharing fun twin stories as I also have adult boy/girl twins. Sending prayers of comfort to Wendy, the twins, all friends and loved ones! As Bob often would remark to the team prior to a laptop reboot, we will "see you on the other side". Your presence is missed Bob, Rest in Peace!
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Chip Perce
July 1, 2025
Please accept my condolences of Bob passing away. Bob and I were friends through both high school and college. He was a good man and will be forever missed.
Jessica
June 30, 2025
Uncle Bob was a very kind and loving Man. He will be missed.
John Kirchel
June 27, 2025
Bob and I have known each other for many years. We started as coworkers and grew into friends. Going to miss his "snarky" comments and out of the blue chats that were always a pleasent surprise. Bob was always fun to talk with and his dedication to work and great attitude was appreciated by everyone. RIP my friend!
Allen Andreasen
June 27, 2025
Bob he never was a loss for word. All fun to talk to, you always knew where he stood. Will miss his smiling face and is enthusiastic demeanor. He definitely inherited his Mom´s art of communication. Rest in peace Bob, you left us much too soon. God bless your soul. God bless your families, they will miss you greatly.
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