Bob was a gifted gardener and would share the fruits of his labors with his neighbors. He enjoyed traveling with his wife and dear friends Jan and Paul Kittleson. He also loved playing poker and bridge with his friends and never let even the worst Minnesota blizzards deter him from throwing a good game night. A man of many words, Bob could tell stories with such vigor and confidence that it was impossible to win a debate or stop and correct him, even if he started a story by saying “When I was a little girl…” Telling a tale and debating the facts brought a twinkle to his eyes. Even when the words could no longer be found, his eyes could tell you everything you needed to know. He had a way of looking directly into your soul and making you feel loved and blessed to be in his presence. His capacity for love was unmatched, as he would do anything for those around him. 

 Bob was devoted to his family and is survived by his three children: Tori Anderson, of Dubuque, IA, otherwise known as “the good one”, as he would reference her when her name left his memory, Renee (Ben) Pearson of Haymarket, VA, known to him as “Renie Bird”, and Mark (Tami) Klingle of Brooklyn, Minnesota; and 6 grandchildren: Keely, Kirsten, Tom, Storm, Tyler, and Boden. Bob is preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers (Don and Bud), his wife (Jane) and a son-in-law, Stuart Anderson.

In lieu of flowers, we encourage all to celebrate Bob’s life by donating to the Alzheimer’s Association in his name. Online condolences can be left for the family on this site where people can gather, in lieu of a funeral service, to post their memories, thoughts, and/or pictures. Burial will be at Green Field Lutheran Cemetery, Harmony, MN where he will lay next to his wife, Jane, who he now remembers in her entirety and will have the rest of eternity to entertain her with his stories.