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Robert Deets Obituary
Born: December 30, 1937; Sterling
Died: March 10, 2021; Sterling
Sterling – Robert Wilson Deets, 83, of Sterling, died Wednesday March 10, 2021, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.
He was born on December 30, 1937, in Sterling, the son of Clarence Wilson and June Etta(Snyder) Deets. He was a 1956 graduate of Sterling High School and served in the US Army from 1956-1959. He married Marilyn Jean Warren on September 20, 1959 in Sterling. Bob had worked for many years for Farm Services (FS) inMorrison and later Lyndon. He was an active member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Sterling, where he had served as an usher and past council member. Bob was an avid walker and found great joy in keeping up with his grandchildren's sporting and school activities.
Survivors include his wife, Marilyn; his daughter, Lisa (Larry) Judd; his son-in-law, Larry Boucher; his grandsons, Joshua Bartolomei , Austin Kepler, Christopher Judd (April Schmidt) (Jersey and Jaycie), and Corey (Morgan) Judd; his great-grandchildren, Cason Bartolomei and Brantley Judd; his sisters, Susan (Dave)Gammon, Sheri Roberts and Sally (Gail) Schreiner.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Lori Boucher in 2021; his brothers, Gail and Donald Deets; and his sister, Sheila Gallentine.
Privatefamily services to honor Lori and her father, Bob, will be held on Friday March 19, 2021 at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Sterling.
Arrangement completed by McDonald Funeral Home & Crematory.
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Andres Quintana
March 18, 2021
I will miss his greeting and his smile, without knowing me he would greeted me at McDonald's in the mornings, my condolences to his familyrL7id
Sue Naylon
March 16, 2021
I worked with Marilyn for many years and would like her to know she is in my thoughts. They were such a great couple and Bob will be missed.
Cindy Starr
March 15, 2021
Our deepest sympathies Marilyn, Lisa and family for your loss of Bob and Lori. Our hearts break for you. Prayers for everyone. Jane Koeppen and Family.
Wilma & Jerry Mcpherson
March 15, 2021
Marilyn just found out about Bob, so sorry to hear this. You have our deepest sympathy
Rhonda Crawford
March 11, 2021
Dear Marilyn, I was so schocked and saddened to hear the news of your great losses. I pray that you will find strength to move through every day and hold tightly to all of the good memories you shared. I wish there was more that I could say and or do to help ease your burden. Love to you!!! My son Samuel remembered you and also wanted to offer some support in your loss; he is a father now and could not imagne the pain and loss. Love you.. Rhonda
Brady Davis
March 11, 2021
Prayers and thoughts to Bob, Lori and the family.
Kandra Cook
March 14, 2021
Bob was always a gentleman and always enjoyed a nice welcome from him at St. John's. He will be remembered fondly. My sincere condolences to Mayilyn and the family. May Bob and Lori rest in peace in the arms of Jesus.
Chris Hanna
March 13, 2021
Bob was my neighbor for many years,very nice man he will be missed by all.
Heidi Kahly-McMahon
March 13, 2021
Our deepest sympathies for your losses.
Jim, Madi and I always enjoyed talked to Bob in the morning at McDonald's. We had missed seeing him over the last year. He was such a kind and friendly man.
Virginia Johnson
March 12, 2021
Ken and I are very sorry to read of Bob's passing. He was a great man surrounded by a wonderful family. We will keep you and your entire family in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Hugs for you, Marilyn. May God bless you and keep the special memories that you and Bob had always in your mind.
Ken and Virginia Johnson
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