Robert LeRoy Kellner

Robert LeRoy Kellner

Robert LeRoy Kellner

Robert LeRoy Kellner, age 79, of Friendship, Wisconsin died Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at Apsirus Riverview Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.

A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Bob was born July 20, 1938 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to John and Theresa (Hofer) Kellner.   He grew up in Packwaukee and graduated from Oxford High School.  Bob served in Navy and returned to Packwaukee in 1958. He married Diane Mary Hug on January 13, 1960 in Milwaukee.  They made their home in Milwaukee, where they raised five children.  Bob worked as a truck driver for 40 years.

Robert enjoyed hunting, fishing, and watching Nascar.

Robert was a member of Coloma Lions and Teamsters Local 200.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, John and Theresa (Hofer) Kellner.

Survivors:
Wife:  Diane Kellner of Friendship, Wisconsin
Son:  Dean (Tori) Kellner of Colgate, Wisconsin
Daughter:  Deanne Kellner of Cedarburg, Wisconsin
Son:  Brian (Michele) Kellner of Franksville, Wisconsin
Daughter:  Tracy (Chris) Kunstmann of Fredonia, Wisconsin
Daughter:  Barbara Kellner of Sydney, Australia
Grandchildren:  8
Great-Grandchildren:  2
Brother:  William (Sharon) Kellner of Sun City West, Arizona
Sister:  Elaine (Paul) Petrany of Clermont, Florida
Further survived by nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family.  Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.

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Condolences

  1. Bill and Vikki Dall says:

    To the Kellner family : our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. We were sad to hear of Bob’s passing. Bill and Vikki

  2. Jeannette Tonn says:

    Diane and family, I’m sorry for your loss. Him and his hearty laugh will surely be missed by all.

  3. Jeannette Tonn says:

    Dear Diane, Sorry to hear about B0b. Been missing you all at the Brat Fest in Packwaukee. He will be missed by a lot of people!!!

  4. Jaye Wirsbinsky says:

    Dear Diane and Family Sorry to hear about Bob, we will remember all the good times at Katies Farm with John and Florence, and all of you. Jaye Shawn Wirsbinsky and Family

  5. Bonnie & Jordan Wenzel Sr says:

    Dear Diane
    So sorry for your loss. Bob was a great guy. Made everyone smile. You and Bob were so well matched. He will be missed.
    Our prayers are with you Diane.

  6. Rtha Schwarz says:

    Diane, Elaine and Bill Kellner,

    So sorry for the loss of your husband and brother, thinking about all of you .keeping you in our prayers.

    John and Retha Schwarz

  7. Gregg Pavlak and Doug Moody says:

    Aunt Diane, Cousins and Family:

    We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. We will never forget jolly Uncle Bob and his joyous laugh, giving heart, and beautiful soul. May his spirit continue to soar now that it is free and may his loving light forever continue to shine within each and all of us.

    Love you,
    Gregg and Doug

  8. Max and Judy Basore says:

    Diane, Judy and I are so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Judy just seen him a couple of times but really liked him. I having grown up with him will always cherish the memories. We are praying for you and thinking of you both.

  9. Roy & Sondra Davis says:

    Although we saw each other only every once-in-awhile, it was always a pleasant experience. We know he was a cornerstone of your family. God bless you all in this time of sorrow.

  10. Al n Julie Ruiz says:

    Diane so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing, although we only met both of you a short time ago you were both a joy to be around.

    Our sincerest condolences to you and your family,

    Big AL and Julie Ruiz.

  11. Jacklyn Sigourney says:

    Diane and family, we are deeply saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. He had the best sense of humor and a contagious laugh. We will truly miss him.
    Kevin and Jackie Sigourney