Bom-Wrapper
In Memory of
Robert J. "Bob"
Anderson
Anderson
1958 - 2017
Memorial Candle Tribute From
Jacobs Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc.
"We are honored to provide this Book of Memories to the family."
View full message >>>
Memorial Candle Tribute From
Wayne and Karen Harrison
"May you feel God's loving presence as He comforts you in this season of sadness."
View full message >>>
Memorial Candle Tribute From
Dawn Anderson Plier
"You were the best dad ever. May you have peace with the good Lord. I miss you so"
View full message >>>
Memorial Candle Tribute From
Dawn Anderson Plier
"You were the best dad ever. May you have peace with the good Lord. I miss you so"
View full message >>>
Memorial Candle Tribute From
Ron,Becky,Jamie,David,Matt,Baily,Lucas and Mara
"Dad we miss you so much, you were the best dad,Gramps and great grandpa we could"
View full message >>>
Memorial Candle Tribute From
Kevin Johnson and family
"Evelyn, my deepest sympathy on the passing of Bob. Although I have not seen Bob"
View full message >>>
Obituary for Robert J. "Bob" Anderson
Florence- Robert J. “Bob” Anderson Sr., 78, of Florence, Wis., passed away Monday, February 27, 2017 at his home.
He was born May 25, 1938 in Florence, son of the late Elmer and Mable (Soderberg) Anderson. Bob is a lifelong resident of Florence and graduated from Florence High School, Class of 1957. He holds the record for the most points scored in a high school basketball game, 54 points. Bob served in the Army National Guard for 2 years.
He married Evelyn Sandberg on August 30, 1958 in Fence, Wis. Bob worked for the Peninsula Beverage Company, City Sales, Milwaukee Journal and the Iron Mountain Daily News as circulation manager for 12 years. When approached by residents of Florence County, he ran for county clerk and served Florence county for over 20 years, retiring in 2000. Bob attended the First Presbyterian Church, Florence.
He enjoyed many hobbies including hunting, fishing, 4 wheeling, spending time at camp, and hunting elk, antelope and mule deer out west. Bob mostly cherished the time he spent with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Evelyn; one son, Robert (Michelle) Anderson Jr., Florence; two daughters, Becky (Ron) Wilcox, Florence and Dawn (Chris) Plier, Florence; two brothers, Bill (Rose) Panek, Florence and Joe (Jean) Panek, Aurora; one sister, Shirley DeLano, Milwaukee, Wis.; six grandchildren, Jamie, David (Katie), Matthew, Jesse (Amanda), Megan (Josh), Steven and Johnathan; nine great-grandchildren, Baily, Lucas, Mara, Amanda, Emily, Chloe, Ozzy, Vincent and Lincoln; numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Bob, was preceded in death by two brothers, Ken and Dean.
In accordance with Bob’s wishes, private family services will be held.
You may light a candle in remembrance of Bob or leave a condolence for his family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com.
The family has chosen the Jacobs-Lundholm Funeral Home, Florence, to honor Bob’s legacy of life.
He was born May 25, 1938 in Florence, son of the late Elmer and Mable (Soderberg) Anderson. Bob is a lifelong resident of Florence and graduated from Florence High School, Class of 1957. He holds the record for the most points scored in a high school basketball game, 54 points. Bob served in the Army National Guard for 2 years.
He married Evelyn Sandberg on August 30, 1958 in Fence, Wis. Bob worked for the Peninsula Beverage Company, City Sales, Milwaukee Journal and the Iron Mountain Daily News as circulation manager for 12 years. When approached by residents of Florence County, he ran for county clerk and served Florence county for over 20 years, retiring in 2000. Bob attended the First Presbyterian Church, Florence.
He enjoyed many hobbies including hunting, fishing, 4 wheeling, spending time at camp, and hunting elk, antelope and mule deer out west. Bob mostly cherished the time he spent with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Evelyn; one son, Robert (Michelle) Anderson Jr., Florence; two daughters, Becky (Ron) Wilcox, Florence and Dawn (Chris) Plier, Florence; two brothers, Bill (Rose) Panek, Florence and Joe (Jean) Panek, Aurora; one sister, Shirley DeLano, Milwaukee, Wis.; six grandchildren, Jamie, David (Katie), Matthew, Jesse (Amanda), Megan (Josh), Steven and Johnathan; nine great-grandchildren, Baily, Lucas, Mara, Amanda, Emily, Chloe, Ozzy, Vincent and Lincoln; numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Bob, was preceded in death by two brothers, Ken and Dean.
In accordance with Bob’s wishes, private family services will be held.
You may light a candle in remembrance of Bob or leave a condolence for his family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com.
The family has chosen the Jacobs-Lundholm Funeral Home, Florence, to honor Bob’s legacy of life.
Order Flowers