Robert J. Oberbrunner

Robert "Bob" John Oberbrunner, the youngest son of the late Emily (née Pytlik) and Roche Oberbrunner, is reunited in spirit with his brother Tony (Teri) and beloved canine companion Brownie. He leaves behind innumerable people who loved him dearly-and who will forever miss his quick wit and adventurous spark-including his sisters Mary (the late Gerald) Menting and Jane (Dan) Heath; his nieces Ruth, Jhennifer, Kathryn, and Mallory (Jessie); his nephews Stephen (Virginia) and Joseph (Heather); and his great-nieces and great-nephews Cate, Nolan, Abbie, and Rory. He is further survived by quite an extended family and an abundance of cherished friends. He was born in Milwaukee and graduated from Pio Nono (now Thomas More) high school. As a youth, Bob found happiness through Boy Scouts, where it instilled a lifelong love of hunting and the outdoors. Bob retired from a long career as a painter for Milwaukee Public Schools. He was also a Veteran and served as a medic in the United States Army, where he had postings in both Colorado and Alaska. Never one to sit still for long, Bob filled his days with activity and adventure. An avid cyclist, he rode at least one day every week-rain or shine (or snow)-often alongside his good friend Gene. He was an enthusiastic regular in the Riverwest 24 bike race (he has the tattoo to prove it), the Milwaukee Santa Cycle Rampage, and countless other cycling events over the years. His love of two wheels even carried him on cycling tours through Amsterdam and France. Bob also found happiness on the water. A devoted sailor with the Milwaukee Community Sailing Center, he spent countless memorable hours at the helm of his pride and joy, "Wild Thing". Highlights of his sailing adventures include meeting King Juan Carlos of Spain at a sailing race and also taking first place in the 1992 Governor's Sailing Regatta with his good friend Dan Breilmeier. Happy trails, Robbie! Wishing you a safe journey with fair winds and following seas. Per his request, no formal services will be held. A memorial gathering will be announced at a later date, when family and friends will come together to celebrate Bob's big heart, adventurous spirit, and the wonderfully full life he lived. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Robert, please visit our floral store.