Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Robert Poreda Obituary
Robert "Bob" Keith Poreda, at nearly 75 years old, passed away on Feb. 1, 2025, in Hayward, WI. He was born to Henry and Florence (Eisenlohr) Poreda in Chicago, IL on Feb. 19th, 1950.
Bob grew up in Chicago with his siblings, cousins, and extended family. He entered the sheet metal trade, married his young love, Rhoda Pierz, and started a family. Early in their marriage, Bob moved his family to a cabin in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. For a time, life took him back to the city, but eventually he made his way back up north. His work shifted to woodworking, first in log homes then to custom handcrafted tables. Each day on Bob's rounds he created friendships and memories. Bob enjoyed the simple things in life–hot coffee, cold beer, old songs, tight hugs, pretty women, a smoke, a bad joke, a good laugh, close friends, and family.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Kenneth (Ken), Henry Jr (Hank), and Janice Poreda. He is survived by his children Brandi (Isaac) and Jason (Amanda) Poreda; grandchildren: Renee, Gerek, and Clara Blaesing; Elexa, Ethen, and Everet Poreda; siblings: Judy Ruicker, Margaret "Maggie" (Mike) Klimek, and Michael John (Carol) Poreda; as well as beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
In lieu of flowers, please consider Memorial donations made to Lung.org or The Salvation Army of Hayward (Tell the ladies Bob sent you). At a future date TBA a gathering will be held to toast Bob's life.
Online condolences may be left for Bob's family at www.bratley-nelsonchapels.com.
Donation links
of Hayward
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Poreda
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Robert Poreda's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Robert Poreda
How to support Robert's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Robert Poreda's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
