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Robert Rohloff Obituary
Robert W. "Bob" Rohloff, age 92, formerly of Shiocton, died at Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Seymour surrounded by his family on February 20, 2016.
Bob was born on March 2, 1923, in Appleton, WI the son of the late Paul and Meta (Scholz) Rohloff. On June 13, 1955, Bob married Donna Thoma at Grace Lutheran Church in Sugar Bush. Donna preceded him in death on February 5, 2002.
Bob worked as a drywaller, truck driver, and farmer throughout his life; farming was his passion. He enjoyed gardening and working on numerous projects around the house and yard, but most of all he loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Bob is survived by his 10 children: David (Sally) Rohloff, Mountain; Dennis (Connie) Rohloff, Shiocton; Dale (Sharon) Rohloff, New London; Dawn Thiel, Oneida; Deborah (Allen) McCoy, Shiocton; Diane (Doug) Tyler, Shiocton; Darlene (Steve) Ims, Lake Zurich, IL; Kathleen (Jim) Polaski, Pewaukee; Karen (Steven) Boll, Black Creek; and Robert Rohloff, Gillett; 19 grandchildren: Dave Shepard; Charlie (Shannon) Shepard; Jennie (Steve) Smith; Brooke Rohloff; Brandon Rohloff; Sally Rohloff (AJ Trapino); Sadie (Kyle) Prey; Danielle Rohloff (John Wied); Lynda (Tim) Rust; Adam Thiel; Melissa (John) Bougie; Sarah (Kevin) Fox; Justin McCoy; Amanda (Marty) Baker; Katie (Luke) Derks; Tim Tyler (Sadie Holtz); Jaimie Ims; Jason Ims; and Cameron Boll; 23 great-grandchildren and two more on the way. Bob is further survived by four sisters: Louise Albrecht; Ruth Smith; Alice Peterson; and Marion (Buzz) Hinz; numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Bob is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Donna; brothers: Carl, Harvey, Paul and Kenneth Rohloff; sister, Dorothy Hanson; and great-grandson, Noah Wied.
A funeral service for Bob will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 25, 2016, at Borchardt & Moder Funeral Home, Shiocton, with Rev. Michael Isbill officiating. Family and friends are welcome to call at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and again directly at the funeral home on Thursday morning from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will be in Bovina Cemetery, Town of Bovina.
The family would like to sincerely thank the staff at Forest Glen Assisted Living and Good Shepherd Nursing Home for the kind and compassionate care shown Bob during his stay there.
In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Ms. Deborah Mentzel
February 28, 2016
May God's peace, which passes all human understanding, bring you comfort until we all rejoice together in Eternity.
Ken and Dorene Pawlak
February 23, 2016
Bob and the entire Rohloff family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. What a blessing to have had your Dad in your life for so long although it doesn't make loosing him any easier! You all have our most heartfelt sympathy.
Sue & Kevin Tess
February 23, 2016
Kathleen and the rest of Rohloff family; we are so very sorry for the loss of your Dad, our hearts and prayers are with you all. He will live forever in your hearts and memories. May the good Lord support and comfort you during your time of sorrow.
February 23, 2016
To the Rohloff Family, Sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jay Polaski and Judi Wolters
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Tom & Nancy Zernia
February 22, 2016
Sorry for your loss. Losing a parent at any age is sad.
Gary ( Bubby ) Krueger
February 22, 2016
To the Rohloff family , was so surprised to of read about you're Dad .
February 22, 2016
Darlene,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless.
The Zobel Family
Nancy Klug
February 21, 2016
Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. May God Blees You.!!
Mike and Doris Bennin
February 21, 2016
Sincerely sorry for the loss of your Dad, Karen and all of your brothers and sisters. God will be with you during this difficult time. God Bless you all.
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