Robert J. "Bob" Roelike

1941 - 2025

Robert J. "Bob" Roelike, 83, of Freeport, passed away surrounded by his family Aug. 13, 2025, at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held Aug. 19 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport with the Rev. Daniel Walz officiating. Interment was in the parish cemetery with military honors by the Albany American Legion.
Robert Joseph Roelike was born Sept. 11, 1941, in Melrose, Minnesota, to Leander and Veronica (Thieschafer) Roelike. Bob lived a life centered on love, faith and devotion to those closest to him.
Bob was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather whose life was defined by hard work, integrity and love. A lifelong farmer, he dedicated himself to building a meaningful life for his family. Some of his happiest moments were spent working side by side with his children and grandchildren, taking pride in seeing them share his work ethic and determination. As his children grew up and started their own families, they always found their way back to the farm to gather around the kitchen table and connect over a piece of pie and good conversation.
Even with the daily demands of running his own farm, Bob always made time for those he cared about. He never sought recognition or the spotlight, but his years of steady, fatherly love and generosity deserve to be honored. Known for his kindness, honesty and humility, he left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.
Over the years, Bob served in many roles that reflected his deep commitment to his community. He was a proud member of the United States Marine Corps. Locally, he served as secretary of the Freeport Creamery Board, as clerk of Oak Township for 40 years and was a member of the Sacred Heart School Board, the Freeport Lions and the Albany American Legion.
Bob found joy in staying active and spending time outdoors. He loved pheasant hunting with his family in South Dakota, deer hunting in Minnesota and Wyoming, fishing, metal detecting, riding his motorcycle and four-wheeler and watching basketball, and he delighted in sharing these passions with family and friends. These shared experiences are treasured memories and part of the legacy he leaves behind.
He is survived by his wife, Arleen; children BJ (Lynette), Roxi Hacker, Sharon, Tom (Laura), Dave, Mark (Kim) and Karleen (Jeff) Goebel; grandchildren Lauren, Madison Roelike, Josh (Becca) Haider, Kiara (Dan) Missaghi, Kaylee Roelike, Chris (Lauren) Hacker, Amanda (Kyle) DeWolf, Caleb Jacobs, Blaine, Logan, Lucas, Owen Goebel, Kinsley, Jadyn and Curt Roelike; great-grandchildren Cillian Hacker, Kayden, Hadley DeWolf, Caroline, Robby Haider, Blair, Hendrick, Sebastian, Lorelei Missaghi; sisters Renee Schramel and Irene Roelike and many extended family members, who will miss him dearly.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents; and son Curt.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral & Cremation Services of Freeport.

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