Robert Dimke Obituary
Bob was a longtime resident of Hinesburg. He loved the local community and working the land he and his wife shared with their many dogs. Bob was passionate about his family, dogs, gardening and sports, especially baseball. He was strongly committed to his career as a CPA, finally retiring at 85.
Bob is survived by his wife of 40 years, Anita; brothers, Gary (Cheryl) and Russ (Sandy); sister-in-law, Mary; sons, Robert (Trisha), Tom (Kelley), and Michael (Angela); daughter, Paula (Kevin); and Anita's children, Laurie (George), Scott, Julie, and Keri (Dave). Bob is also survived by 12 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and his nephew Daryl, with whom he had a special bond.
Bob was predeceased by his parents Herman and Violet and brother Don.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 15th at 11 a.m. at St. Jude’s the Apostle Parish, 10759 Route 116, Hinesburg. Burial will take place in the Hinesburg Village Cemetery.
Arrangements are in the care of Ready Funeral & Cremation Services.
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