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Robert Knorr Obituary
Menasha - Robert "Bob" Knorr, age 67, died peacefully at home on September 13, 2019 in Menasha, WI, after a three year battle with prostate cancer.
Bob is survived by Debbie Hinske (née Poeschl); children: Sara (Jeff) Plath and Kraig (Jenny) Knorr; stepchildren: Matt and Reggie (Kari) Hinske; grandchildren: Caleb, Colin, and Cody Obermann, Cameron and Isaac Knorr, Emily Plath, Jaxson and Kora Hinske; three brothers: Jerry Knorr of Foley, AL, Jack (Cheryl) Knorr of Menasha and Tom (Kristine) Knorr of Neenah; many nieces and nephews; former wife Pamela Britzke (née Block). He is preceded in death by parents: LeRoy "Bud" and Margery Knorr (née Sorensen); brother: Ron Knorr; sisters in law: Jean and Juanita; and family pet Maddie "Mad Dog" Bichon.
Bob was born September 18, 1951 in Neenah, WI, the youngest of 5 boys to "Bud" and Marge. He graduated from Menasha High School in 1969, where he was an honored member of school dive team. After high school Bob went on to own and operate Knorr Auto Body in Menasha, for nearly 40 years, before retiring in 2016.
Bob was a generous and witty individual, who had special love and hate relationships with cars, and the game of golf. He enjoyed spending time surrounded by friends, traveling to Florida and Las Vegas, and napping through Law and Order reruns. Bob will be remembered as a loving father, caring partner, loyal friend, and a guy with an eclectic collection of old cars and trendy "grandpa" sweaters.
The family would like to thank Sarah, Amber, Claudia and Heidi from Thedacare at Home Hospice; Dr. William A. Conkright, Crystal, and Laura from Thedacare Cancer Center (formerly FVHO); close friend Bob "Bubba" Rochon, and numerous family and friends for an abundance of loving care and support.
A celebration of Bob's life is scheduled for Sunday, September 29, 2019 at Cimarron Bar & Grill in Menasha from 12 to 4 p.m. Per Bob's request, all are welcome to come eat, drink, be merry, and share memories. The family is grateful for the condolences and plans to honor Bob through donations to local charities.
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September 19, 2019
My condolences to Bobs entire family.. I will always how good he looked in my wedding dress for one of our family mock weddings..he tap-danced his way into our hearts with that performance. He will be missed.with my deepest Sympathy, Pat La Valle.
Burt Rosenthal
September 19, 2019
Well my friend we meet along time ago on first street on a rainy day, I was running thru the water in the street and a little kid was standing on the porch of his ant and told me to stop it. R. I. P.
Brad Thomas
September 19, 2019
Good man...took great pride in his work!!!! He did my '67 GTO in '95 and it is still great in 2019!!! I will miss him....think of him everytime I see my car!!
Lynn Moreland
September 18, 2019
To the Family of Bobby Knorr. My sincerest condolences. May God Bless & keep him in his loving arms.
I grew-up next door to the Knorr Family on 7th street. I remember a story I'll never forget why I don't know but it's cute. My dad had a big graden behind our garage. We must have been all of 8 & 9 (I guess) and decided we wanted to try smoking cigarettes but of course we didn't have any. So we took paper and cut the brown silk from the corn stalks, rolled it up and tried smoking it. Needless to say it didn't work out very well and of course we got caught.
That's what I remembered.
God bless you all during your time of loss.
Lynn Schipferling Moreland
Sue Bachhuber Werley
September 18, 2019
The world has lost a kind and gentle soul. His forever smile and cheerful disposition will be missed by many. The Class of 1969 will miss you at our reunion this Friday. Of this I am sure: glasses will be raised high at our reunion in memory of Bobby. Rest In Peace, Bobby.
Sue Bachhuber Werley
September 18, 2019
This man brought a smile to the faces of many people. His upbeat nature and genuine love for people will be missed. We will miss Bobby immensely at our 50th reunion. My guess is that glasses will be raised in his memory. Rest In Peace, Bobby.
amy hein
September 18, 2019
To Kraig, Jen, Cam & Isaac...we are sending our thoughts, love & prayers during this difficult time.
Love, Amy, John, Alex & Jen
September 18, 2019
Bobby is one of my unforgettable people in life who always made me laugh. To Bobby's family and friends may God comfort you in your time of need. Keep his legacy alive through the fun moments that you shared with him. He will be missed.
-Donna Switch Fahrenkrug
September 17, 2019
Sara and all family - we r so sorry for ur loss.
Thoughts and prayers for u all at this difficult time
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