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Robert Roberts Obituary

Robert J Roberts

Robert "Bob" Roberts, 85 years old, of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2014. Born on April 26, 1929, in Stevens Point, WI, he is the son of the late Anton and Agnes (Przybylski) Wroblewski. He attended St. Stanislaus Grade School and graduated from P.J. Jacobs High School in 1947. Bob graduated from Coyme Technical Institute in Chicago, specializing in electronics. On December 27, 1952, Bob was united in marriage to Violet C. Patoka in Amherst, WI. Bob and Vi started their life together in Milwaukee before eventually moving back to Stevens Point. After retirement the couple moved to their summer home on Shawano Lake. Bob and Vi enjoyed tropical vacations and winters in both Florida and Texas for many years. The couple loved traveling throughout the United States with their family, while learning the history and geography of this great country. Bob was also fortunate to experience camping, fishing, and hunting trips in Alaska with Vi and his two sons. Bob was the owner and operator of Bob's TV and Appliance in Stevens Point for many years and also proudly served in the United States National Guard for 13 years.

Bob is survived by: his four children, Bobbi Cornell of Cecil, Cindy Elliott of Stevens Point, Brian (Geri Williams) Roberts and Brad Roberts both of Anchorage, Alaska; his "adopted son" /nephew, Eugene (Debby) Patoka of Stevens Point; his five grandchildren, Justin (Krissy) Cornell, Shannon (Jake) Griebe, Samantha Cornell, Lucas Elliott, and Isaac Elliott. He was blessed with 4 great grandchildren, Morgan and Wyatt Cornell and Maximus & Alex Griebe. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Vi, on September 14, 2012, his parents, his sister, Gen Barwick, his brothers, Eric, Leonard and Tony Wroblewski and numerous other relatives.

A memorial mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at St. Martin's Catholic Church in Cecil with Deacon Mike Grezca officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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In lieu of flowers and plants, the family has requested donations to the charity of your choice in the name of Robert J. Roberts.

The family would like to thank Dr. Scott Weslow and the entire Aurora Medical Group.

Rest in peace, Dad, with your beloved Vi ~

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Stevens Point Journal on Dec. 4, 2014.

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Scott and Mary Tillman

December 9, 2014

To the Roberts,We just heard of your Dad's passing. Mary and I are sorry for your lose. I will always have the memories that we had growing up,together. Your Dad,was a good person,and he and your Mom,always treated us well. RIP

Gabe and Mary Desorcy

December 8, 2014

To the Roberts family.
Although miles kept us from frequently visiting Bob and Vi, know they were always thought of by us from the state of Texas. They shared a trip to south Texas with us. Bob is with Vi now and they will continue their travels. We are very sorry for Bob's passing. We you hope find comfort that He did touch a lot of lives with his constant smile. He will be missed.
Love to all.

Jeff Christiaansen

December 7, 2014

Bob was a wonderful guy. He is one of those people I will never forget. I was a blessing to know him. My sympathies to his family and friends.

Bob at the shop 1980's

Tom Smrz

December 7, 2014

To my old Boss and great friend Bob. I had the best years of my life working for you. Bob & Vi were the best of friends to me. Bob took me as a tech when I was 13 in 1971 and I worked for him till December 1986. I missed working for him. Rest in Peace Bob

Jerry (and Jodie) Repinski

December 6, 2014

Cousins Brian, Brad, Cindy and Bobbi, my heartfelt condolences to each of you. Your dad was a kind and good man who was fun to be around. Grateful he was my uncle and for all the memories we all share from our many times together during our "growing up years" and then some. I really enjoyed reconnecting and talking with him, Cindy and Bobbi at my Dad's funeral last year. Love you all.

PETER KONKOL

December 4, 2014

A GREAT GUY, WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED MAY GOD BLESS HIM AND FAMILY.

Jamie (Vicker) Hatfield

December 4, 2014

My sympathy to Bob's family and friends...

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