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Robert Johnson Obituary
February 10, 1948 - November 22, 2024
Robert "Bob" A. Johnson of La Crosse, Wis., passed away on November 22, 2024, in Sheboygan, Wis. Bob was born in Bismarck, N.D. on February 10, 1948. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
Bob graduated from St. Mary Central High School (1966) in Bismarck, N.D., where he excelled at football, basketball, and track. He graduated from North Dakota State University (1970) with a degree in Business Economics with a minor in mathematics.
Bob worked as an assistant National Bank Examiner out of Milwaukee, Wis. before traveling to Germany to conduct examinations of foreign branches of United States Banks. Back in Milwaukee, Bob met his love, Chris, and married on July 12, 1975. In 1980, Bob and family moved to La Crosse, Wis., where he worked for First Bank. He retired in 2018 after 38 years in the banking industry from Alta Credit Union.
Bob loved gardening (his gardens were spectacular in the spring and summer months), golfing, walking, cooking and numerous other hobbies. Bob loved to entertain and have deep conversations with friends and family. He loved entertaining friends by throwing the best Oktoberfest parade party in all of La Crosse. He was a huge supporter of Wisconsin sports and loved the Packers and Brewers. He and his son even attended Nolan Ryan's 300th win at the old County Stadium. But above all, he cherished his family and loved to spend time with his wife, children and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Christine; children, Jennifer Wolden (Mike Swedahl), Matthew (Betsy) Johnson, and Elizabeth (Davin) Hill; and grandchildren, Samuel, Amy, Pryce, Benton, Tyler, Taylor, and Tyson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Delwin and Helen (Baumgartner) Johnson; and brother, James Johnson.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Alzheimer's Association.
A celebration of Bob's life will be held at a later date in La Crosse, Wis.
Wenig Funeral Home in Sheboygan Falls (920-467-3431) is assisting the family. Please visit wenigfh.com for online condolences.
Wenig Funeral Home
711 Broadway Street
Sheboygan Falls, WI 53085
920-467-3431
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Doug ,Mollie Haskell
December 3, 2024
Chris and family I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Bob was a special kind of person, fun to talk on the phone with, curl with, and just be around. He'll be missed by everyone that knew him. Please let me know when the celebration of life is.
Ken and Sue Pinski
December 1, 2024
Bob was a great family man and cheerleader for the Logan teams, especially tennis. We enjoyed our many tournaments with the Johnson family. Hugs to Chris, Jenny, Matt, Lizzy and grandkids.
Mary Pretasky
November 28, 2024
We are so sorry to hear about Bob´s passing. We had fun trading political info and he had a great sense of humor. Our heartfelt condolences to Chris and the family. Rest in peace Bob.
Stanton Jorgens
November 27, 2024
I knew Bob as both a valuable employee at First Bank La Crosse as well as a dear friend. Chris, you have my deepest sympathies in your loss. He will be missed
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