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Bob spent 34 years in the grocery industry starting with the Tom Trump Co. Food Brokerage, and retiring from Crossmark Sales & Marketing. Bob was a member of the U.S. Army from 1961-1963, serving during the Cuban Missile Crisis.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Hari and the very kind staff of the BMT unit, 4NT, MICU, 4NW, the Oncology Clinic of Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital, for the compassionate care given to Bob.
Private Services for the family will be held upon the request of Bob. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be appreciated to further the education of his treasured grandchildren.
It takes a minute to find a special person, an hour to appreciate them, a day to love them, but then an entire lifetime to forget them. Bob's smile was contagious and you could not help but be happy in his presence.
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Janet Kuras-Dolan
May 2, 2006
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I went to school with Debra at St. Mary's. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May the grace of God be with you.
Pat and Janet Gollinger
April 28, 2006
Dear Barb,
Please accept our sympathy for your loss of a really great person. We especially remember our boat trip over to Grand Haven. What a fun time. Bob was one of the truly great people in our industry and he made all of us better people for knowing him. I hope your great memories can help pull you through this very tough time.
Bob & Jean Prater
April 21, 2006
Barb,
Bob's zest for life has been stilled, yet his smile remains in all of us.
I think of Bob and I see that smile. It makes me smile even now.
May we all spread the joy that Bob found in life, by remembering him, and smiling too. He would have liked that.
Vicki DuPrey
April 20, 2006
Dear Barb,
What can anyone say...He was the best. He was the best Boss I ever had, because he really cared. He cared about his employees and he did his best to make the job fun. He will be truly missed by all who knew him. May your memories of the past help you through the future.
With All My Heart,
Vicki and Chick DuPrey
jeff & sue klaiber
April 20, 2006
Dear Barb,
Bob was one of the liveliest, nicest guys one could ever hope to meet. We will always treasure having known him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bill and Jane Wegner
April 18, 2006
Barb and family, there are no words to express the sorrow we feel for your lost. He was a wonderful friend. The memories of how he enjoyed life will help us through this difficult time. We hope his memories will bring smiles to your faces also.
Marie Kidder
April 17, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the Arps family on the loss of Bob. I work with Hsiu-Hua, and have learned what a kind, caring compassionate man he was. I only hope that the many happy memories can help to sustain you during this difficult time.
Tom Wiesner
April 17, 2006
I knew Bob for many years as a customer of his. He was always a very warm man that was very giving. I will miss his warm smile and his always upbeat personality. My deepest sympathy goes to you Barb.
Jason Krzewinski
April 17, 2006
I worked in the office next to Bob for nearly two years and will remember him for his laugh and for always having a big smile on his face. He was always willing to offer advice to us new guys and help out when needed. He was a great presence to be around . My thoughts are prayers are with you.
Jim Ball
April 17, 2006
Barb & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was a great man, friend to all. He went way to early, I was lucky to have known him. May he rest in peace.
Pat Kassulke
April 16, 2006
Barb and family... I'm so sorry for your loss. There are no words to express how I feel. Bob was a very special man. Will never forget the times with you and Bob, Bill and I. Anything I can do please let me know. All our love, the Pat Kassulke Family
Debra Irwin
April 16, 2006
Everyone who knew Bob loved him. What a great guy! He was always willing to help out a friend. Bob made you feel good just to be in his company. We will all miss you. It is very unfair that you are leaving so soon. You and Barb had a wonderful marriage - the best of friends. Bob, it is hard to believe that you are gone!
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