Robert Allen York
Robert Allen York, age 68 of Nekoosa, Wisconsin passed away Monday April 15, 2024 at Marshfield Center in Marshfield, Wisconsin from complications of lung disease, with his daughter and sisters by his side.
Memorial services will be Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Arkdale Lutheran Church, Arkdale, Wisconsin. Pastor Terri Skildum will officiate. Visitation will be at 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM. Interment will be at the East Arkdale Cemetery, Arkdale, Wisconsin.
Robert was born August 25, 1955 in Mauston, Wisconsin to Clarence and Viola (Pederson) York. As a child he enjoyed growing up on the family farm especially driving the John Deere tractors. He graduated from Adams-Friendship high school in 1974. After graduation, he worked for Jim Stoerman’s Gas Station, Roche-A-Cri gas, Rhinehart Construction, Rock County Highway Department and Portage County Highway Department before retiring in 2017.
Robert loved being a Dad to Brenda and Grandpa “Grandpa Whiskers” to Gracie, he was a family man and would often spend time with his sisters and brother. He enjoyed being outside enjoying nature and always took pride in his yardwork, making sure he had the best-looking lawn in the neighborhood. Going for a ride to count deer was a regular occurrence and after moving to Nekoosa he had a lot of them in his yard allowing him to sit back and enjoy his little friends daily. When Robert was younger he loved playing ball for the old mill, he also loved the brewers, he would watch every game, and went to a couple of games with his sister, Evie. He enjoyed fishing, deer hunting with his Dad, Brother & Nephews, snowmobiling, camping when Brenda was small, family reunions and having campfire’s with family and friends. He also enjoyed spending time with and helping his parents before they passed away. He was a “helper” at heart and was always willing to drop everything and help out whenever someone needed something. He loved watching live music, especially watching his son-in-law, Johnny’s bands over the years and liked being his “roadie” and hanging out backstage. Robert was an amazing man, Father, Grandpa and will be missed dearly by many.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence & Viola York, Brother Donald York, Grandparents Irwin & Jessie York and Hans & Hilda Pedersen.
He is survived by:
Daughter – Brenda (Johnny) Nielsen, West Salem, Wisconsin
Granddaughter – Gracie Nielsen, West Salem, Wisconsin
Step Granddaughter – Emma Nielsen, Tomah, Wisconsin
Sister – Evelyn (Larry) Johnston, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Sister – Dee (Special Friend Russ) Draeger, Friendship, Wisconsin Sister-in-law – Barbara (Michael) (York) Kroetz Nekoosa, Wisconsin
Nephew – Scot (Danielle) York, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Nephew – Brent (Jalane) York, Coloma, Wisconsin
Nephew (Godson) – Richard Draeger, Friendship, Wisconsin
Niece- Kimberly (Nick) Draeger-Cleland, Friendship, Wisconsin
Niece-Tara Johnston, Willison, North Dakota
Nephew – Jim (Laura)Johnston, Greenville, Wisconsin
Further survived by many Uncles, Aunts, Cousins, other relatives and friends.
May healing hugs surround all of you. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. God bless you. Luv and hugs.
RIP Robert .. Allot of good memories
Dee, Evie and family. Sorry to read of Rob passing. We are currently living in Ogden Utah and will not be able to attend any services. We wish him godspeed and prayers for the family. Love to you.
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So sorry for your loss Dee, Evie and the rest of the York family. My sincere condolences to all of you.
To the York family, so sorry for your loss. Share all your memories and hold each other close. Sincere condolences to you all.
Sorry for your loss. Condolences to the family
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Dear Brother, Rob,
I can’t believe you’re gone. More than once, I went to call you, to ask you something…Than, I stopped…
Please, know Rob, that I love you, I miss you. Give everyone a hug from me. May the Lord Bless you. & surround you with His Love. Your loving sister , Evie
Rest in peace dear Robert. 🙏
My thoughts are with you all.
So sorry for your loss. He will be missed by so many.
Evie and Dee , I know how your hearts must be hurting and I send you so much love. I have not seen Rob in many many years but I have a very strong image of him in my mind and I see his ever present smile and I can hear his laugh. That’s a great way to be remembered in my book.
To know Rob was to love him. Our deepest sympathies to his wonderful family and many friends.
Always with a twinkle in your eye and a helping spirit, you were truly one of the good guys and will be sorely missed. Another empty chair at our incredible family reunion but we will feel you in spirit. Fly high, sweet cousin. Hugs to Brenda, Johnny, Evie, Dee and everyone else in his wonderful family. Love, Debbie and Bob
Condolences to the York family.
May your memories give you comfort.
Robert and I were baptized together on a Sunday evening in 1955 with Clarence and Vi as my sponsors and my folks, Rudy and
Charlene Jensen, as Robert’s sponsors. We grew up a mile from each other.
Rest in peace Robert.
Dee, Evie and Barbara and families, so sorry for the loss of your brother and brother-in-law. It is so hard to say goodbye to a family member. Our sincere condolences to all the family.
Our deepest sympathy to Evie, Dee and all of Robert’s family. Praying the Lord will comfort all of you!
We are so sorry to hear about Robert. Another classmate who is gone too soon. May God give you comfort.
Heartfelt condolences to all of Robert’s family and friends.
So sorry to hear of your loss Delores & Evie and to the rest of his family. Prays and remembrances to all of you. Love, Blanch, Faye & John
Our condolences to Robert’s family. Gordon (Jim) and Chris Langer
My condolences to all of Robert’s family.
Robert ,you will be missed. We’ll all remember our good times growing up, and our adventures has grown-ups ! ♥️ knowing now you’ll never have a hard time breathing ever again ♥️ Hugs to everyone that meet you up in heaven ❤️ Give my Michael hugs from me . I will miss you , love Indiana ❤️
I am deeply saddened with the passing of Rob. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this incredibly difficult time. Losing a loved one is never easy, and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rob was a remarkable person, and his presence touched the lives of many.
I understand that words cannot fully ease the pain of such a loss. Hold each other close
share memories and remember your family is always here for you ❤️❤️❤️
Another member of the class of 1974 gone too soon. Rest in peace, Robert. Condolences to the family.
We will miss him lots. He was a awesome cousin. Loved it when he came and watched me play horseshoes, he even played a game with our team, it was awesome. RIP Robert. Condolences to the family. 🫶🫶❤️❤️
My most sincere condolences to all of Robert’s family and friends. May all of your precious memories give you peace and comfort.
My deepest sympathy to all of Roberts family!!, My prayers are with all of you during this this time!
We had such fun times especially as we got older. I will miss you cousin Robert.
Robert you will be missed by many. It’s hard to believe you are gone but we know you are at peace with the LORD. 💦🙏🏻💦
Keeping Dolores, Evie, and Barb, Brenda, Johnnie, and Gracie in our thoughts and Prayers. RIP Friend🙏🏻
Our condolences to the York family. Rubber and Teresa Marti
You will be missed Rob. Thanks for being such a good friend! You always made me smile no matter how I was feeling. You checked up on me and that meant the world to me. May you now rest in peace. To the family you have my deepest thoughts and prayers. May God wrap his arms around you during this time and comfort you.
So very sorry for your family’s loss