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Robert Michels Obituary
Robert (Bob) L. Michels was elevated to eternal life on March 17, 2026. He was born on May 12, 1931, to the late Norbert & Niyla (Kahler) Michels. He married Patricia Ann Benz on August 21, 1954, and they recently celebrated 71 years of marriage.
Family and friends may gather for a visitation on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Cotter Funeral Home, 860 N. Webster Ave., De Pere from 2:00 - 3:00 pm until the service at 3:00 pm.
The full obituary can be found at https://www.cotterfuneralhome.com/ .
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Upcoming Events
Mar
24
Visitation
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Cotter Funeral & Cremation Care Allouez/De
860 N. Webster Avenue, De Pere, WI 54115
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsMar
24
Memorial service
3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Cotter Funeral & Cremation Care Allouez/De
860 N. Webster Avenue, De Pere, WI 54115
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Cotter Funeral & Cremation Care - De PereOnly 4 days left for delivery to next service.