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Robert Klemm Obituary
He was born Jan. 4, 1934, to Fredrick and Delia (Wittchow) Klemm at Kenosha, Wis. Bob grew up in Kenosha and graduated from Kenosha High School in 1952. He attended the University of Wisconsin and was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity.
In 1955, he joined the United States Army until his honorable discharge in 1957. Then returning to University of Wisconsin, where he completed his undergraduate degree and attended law school. He went to work for Joseph Schlitz Brewing Company as district manager.
On Aug. 12, 1961, Bob was united in marriage to Rose Marie Plevak at South Milwaukee, Wis. He moved to mid-western Nebraska in 1970 and where he owned and operated Arrowhead Distributing.
Bob married Connie Nordbrock on Aug. 17, 2002, at Beaver Creek, Colo.
He was a member of the Rotary International, North Platte Ambassadors, Eagles, Moose, American Legion and past president of the Nebraska Beer Wholesalers and supporter of the University of Nebraska at Lincoln.
He is survived by his wife, Connie, of Lake Maloney; a son, Dr. Barrett (Brenda) Klemm, of Lake Maloney; two daughters, Sarah (Dan) Spencer and Betsy (Steve) Burns, both of Denver, Colo.; stepchildren, Jeri (Terry Andrews) Nordbrock, Keri (John) Williamson, both of Houston, Texas, and Marcia (Casey) Trego, of North Platte; grandchildren, Eli and Elsa Spencer, Annabelle, Blake and Colton Burns; step-grandchildren, Theodora Andrews, Emily, John and Elizabeth Williamson and Chase and Carson Trego.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Rose; and stepdaughter, Shelly Nordbrock.
Online condolences may be shared at carpentermemorial.com. A memorial has been established.
Services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 21, at the Presbyterian Church in North Platte. There will be private family graveside services prior to the services at the church.
Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. today at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.
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April 25, 2012
Bob was a wonderful man and a very good friend, I will miss him greatly
Dennis Close Laquinta, Calif.
JoAnn Cofer
April 22, 2012
My sincerest sympathies for the Klemm family. My prayers are with you.
Anne Egan
April 21, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Love,
Shaun, Anne, Quinn, Conor, Cory, and Liam Egan
Brenda
April 21, 2012
Bob was a wonderful man and I am thankful that I got to take care of him at Centennial Park. I learned a lot from him and he always made me smile. Thoughts and Prayers go out to you all.
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rick/lue wood
April 21, 2012
so sorry to hear about the loss of bob. it was a pleasure to have know him when i was at the starting gate. he was always a gentleman and a joy to know. we will say a prayer for your dad. rick and lue wood
Darren Blue
April 21, 2012
I worked for Bob for many years. he was a great man and i learned alot from him, he will be greatly missed . he was above all a great father and grandfather and loved his family very much.
may peace be with the family -
Kathy Egan
April 20, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Klemm Family. We are so sorry for your loss; we know you all will miss Bob immensely. Sending love, peace and prayers to everyone in your family.
Love,
Kathy, Mike, J, M & A
Terry McCarty
April 20, 2012
Bob was a true friend. He sponsored my race car for several years and he will be truly missed. Our thoughts
And prayers will be with the family.
Pete Castillo
April 20, 2012
Sara and Betsy, I had the great pleasure to meet both Bob and Rose in my life time. You can be very pleased to know that they were the very best parents ever. Please accept my prayers for Bob and your loss. Always remember the great memories they shared with you. I share my message with Rose as well with Bob only because I have always thought what great people they both were... Be strong and proud in this time of sorrow..
April 20, 2012
Our hearts are aching. Bob was a great mentor and wonderful friend. May peace be with his families. Kevin and Sandy Jespersen (Lincoln,NE)
Chuck & Mary Anderson
April 20, 2012
Bob was a wonderful person and we will miss him, I could always count on him to say yes whenever I called asking for a favor. His passing is a great loss to Chuck and myself as well as our community. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Larry & Jean Piester
April 20, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bob was such a special man. He will be missed by so many.
Larry and Jean Piester - Whitman, NE
April 20, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bob was such a special man. He will be missed by so many.
Larry and Jean Piester - Whitman, NE
Marty plumleigh`
April 20, 2012
A Great man who led a great life. the whole Klemm family is in our thoughts and prayers. May God's peace and love be with you today and always.
Marty, Connie and JJC
Connie Plumleigh
April 20, 2012
All our love and prayers to your entire family. We wish you peace and love today and always.
Love,
The Plumleighs
Denver, Colorado
April 20, 2012
Dr. Barrett and family--our sincerest condolances. our thoughts are with you. Betty Humphrey, Jenay Nelsen of Mountain Grove, MO.
Leeann Hochevar
April 20, 2012
Thoughts, prayers, peace and love to the Klemm family. We loved Bob very much. He was a kind hearted and friendly guy. The first time that I met him, Bob made me feel part of the family. Bob had a larger then life presence and he will be sorely missed. Buster is running wild up in Heaven with Bob! Love from your extended family.
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