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Robert K. "Bob" Iwen

Robert K. "Bob" Iwen obituary, Milwaukee, WI

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Krause Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Inc. - New Berlin

12401 West National Avenue

New Berlin, Wisconsin

Robert Iwen Obituary

Iwen, Robert K. "Bob" Entered Heaven on December 21, 2015, age 62. Beloved husband "Hon" of 42 years, best friend of 45 years to Judy (nee Konkel). Proud and admired dad of Jeremy (Adrienne) and Josh (Andrea). Papa Bob of Ellie. Reunited in Heaven with his grandaughter Norah. Cherished son of Keith and Mary. Brother of Gary (Betsy). Uncle of Stephen and Cailin. "Brother" of Mike and Katy. Second father and friend to countless others. Bob was involved with Boy Scouts for over 30 years with Pack 265 and Troop 264. Devoted choir member, fish fry and festival volunteer and parish council member at St. Helen Parish. Retired as an infrastructure supervisor for the City of Milwaukee. Bob bravely battled prostate cancer for 15 years and never gave up. He had a positive attitude, never complained, had a hearty laugh and a genuine appreciation for life. Special thanks to Dr. Bylow and Life Clinic staff and Megan, RN. "Love is God." Visitation at the Funeral Home, Monday, December 28, 4-7:15 PM. Service of remembrance 7:30 PM. Visitation also at JOHN PAUL II PARISH, ST. HELEN CHURCH, 3329 S. 10TH ST., Tuesday, 9-10 AM. Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM. Private entombment. Per Bob's request, please dress casually. "Life is a celebration, enjoy!"

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Dec. 27, 2015.

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Patti Pietraszewski

December 31, 2015

So very sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

josefina rivas

December 30, 2015

Judy and family. Bob will be missed by all who loved him and knew him. My deepest sympathy for the family who has lost a great man. May the Lord give him peace.
Josefina

Linda Andorfer(Borkowski)

December 30, 2015

Bob was a good friend & neighbor. Bob & my brother Dan, were best friends. He will be missed.

Mike Cannon

December 29, 2015

Dear Jeremy, Josh, and the entire Iwen family, Although we are not able to be there in person, we are very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Janet Cannon

Patty Rynda Chambliss

December 27, 2015

So sorry to learn of Bob's passing.
I've known Bob a very long time, since Dutchland Dairy. He was a very special person. So as you Celebrate a life well lived, know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours during this difficult time.

December 27, 2015

So sorry to hear of the passing of my long time neighbor , our kids were friends growing up , and we always had our little chats in the alley or Pick N save , R.I.P my friend

Bryan Danowski

December 27, 2015

So sorry to hear that Bob had passed, our kids grew up together and it seems we were neighbors forever , will miss the talks in the alley . R.I.P. my friend

Tom Knitter

December 27, 2015

On behalf of the St. Thomas More HS community I'd like to offer my condolences. I'm sorry I will not be able to attend the service to express my sympathy in person, but rest assured Bob, and your entire family, will be in my prayers. God bless.

Tom Knitter
Past President STM

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Dec

28

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

Krause Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Inc. - New Berlin

12401 West National Avenue, New Berlin, WI 53151

Dec

28

Service

7:30 p.m.

Krause Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Inc. - New Berlin

12401 West National Avenue, New Berlin, WI 53151

Dec

29

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

JOHN PAUL II PARISH, ST. HELEN CHURCH

3329 S. 10TH ST., WI

Dec

29

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

JOHN PAUL II PARISH, ST. HELEN CHURCH

3329 S. 10TH ST., WI

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Krause Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Inc. - New Berlin

12401 West National Avenue, New Berlin, WI 53151

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