Robert R. Marti
Memorial services will be 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1,2026, at Roseberry's Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Interment will be at the Dellwood Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be from 1:00 until the time of service on Wednesday at Roseberry's Funeral Home.
He was born November 18, 1953, in Stevens Point, Wisconsin to Russell and Sophia (Moshure) Marti. He was a lifelong resident of the Dellwood/Arkdale area and proud to call it home. As one of the legendary "Dellwood Boys," Rubber and his brothers, Russell ("Rusty") and Roger, spent their childhood outdoors helping their dad with the family business, riding motorcycles, fixing up cars, and, if you ask anyone who knew them, getting into just enough mischief to keep life interesting. He graduated from Adams-Friendship High School in 1971 and spent the rest of his life doing what he did best: building, fixing, and figuring things out. Whether he was working on the railroad, building/remodeling homes, or rescuing something from the dump that everyone else had given up on, Rubber had an incredible talent for seeing potential where others didn't. There truly wasn't anything he couldn't fix. He retired from the Wisconsin Carpenter’s Union at age 55. 4th of July weekend in 1989, he met the love of his life, Teresa Monroe. After following her to Arizona, the two built a life together before marrying on May 20 th , 1991. Eventually, they made their way back home to Wisconsin, where they spent 35 happy years together. Rubber became an incredible father to Teresa's children, Joe and Jessica, and an even more devoted grandpa to Mason and Madeline, who brought him endless joy.
Rubber had a gift for connecting with kids. He loved making them laugh, teaching them new things, and sharing his favorite parts of life. His grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and neighborhood kids alike all have memories of Rubber patiently showing them how to fish, hunt, trap, shoot guns, fix something with their hands, or simply appreciate the outdoors. He always seemed to know the best "secret" fishing spots, never passed up an opportunity for a Corvette or motorcycle ride, and somehow made every adventure more fun with a steady stream of jokes. One of his greatest pranks was secretly burying arrowheads in the sandbox at the Arkdale park just so the kids could experience the excitement of discovering them. Rubber had a lifelong love for the outdoors and the animals that called it home. Hunting and fishing trips with his brothers and friends produced enough stories to last several lifetimes. He took great pride in his collection of taxidermy, seeing the beauty in each animal long after its time on earth. He was a proud member of the North American Shed Hunters Club and an official scorer. As the years passed, that appreciation grew even gentler. Rubber and Teresa opened their home to countless stray cats that wandered onto their property, and it became a common sight to find him asleep in his recliner with at least one cat curled up on his lap. Anyone lucky enough to know Rubber knows there will never be another quite like him. Between his signature mustache, one-of-a-kind sense of style, and his trademark "G'damner,"
Rubber was impossible to forget. He had the kind of effortless cool that couldn't be imitated. While the rest of the world moved on to smartphones, Rubber stayed loyal to his flip phone, believing a phone call was still the best way to catch up. He loved his community and the people in it. Whether organizing family get-togethers, looking forward to his weekly pool games at the Corner Bar, celebrating Farkdale (Arkdale) Days, or simply welcoming friends into his garage to swap stories over a cold one, Rubber understood that the best memories were made together. He leaves behind a family and a community with countless stories to tell, fish to catch, an impressive stamp collection, things to fix, and jokes to repeat. His signature license plate “RUBBER” still hangs on the wall at the Hog’s Breath Saloon in Key West, FL. His legacy lives on in every friend he made laugh, and every person who learned from him that life is better when you don't take it too seriously. Until we meet again, Rubber… Keep on Chooglin'.
Loved ones that cleared the path for Robert are his brother Roger; parents Russell & Sophia; father & mother-in-law Hubert & Belva Monroe; brothers in law; Jim Monroe and David Monroe; sister in law Patsy Chavez; nephews Louis Premo and Daniel Monroe. Loved ones that will miss Robert until they meet again are his wife Teresa Marti; children Joe Klicko and Jessica (Jason) McBride; grandchildren Mason (Kyia Hesso) Westman, Madeline McBride; his brother Russell “Rusty” (Cheryl) Marti; his half-brother, Fred (Amy) Masheimer, and his half-sister, Barbara (Lloyd) Rasmussen. He is further survived by many in-laws, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
In lieu of flowers, Robert would like donations made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (https://www.stjude.org/) and the Disabled American Veterans (https://www.dav.org/).
The family would like send heartfelt thanks to the search and rescue efforts of multiple agencies.
To Roberts family and friends , although I had never had the privilege of meeting Robert, I’m grieved to hear of your devastating loss, he perished with Love in his Heart with the goal of saving a life . I feel honored to have read all of the Beautiful words of others here on the memory board .It is clear in my mind Robert is Loved by multitudes of friends and family and he will be missed tremendously. The world was blessed to have him in it . I saw this story in the news and I felt immediately broken hearted when I read it . I shall hold you all in my prayers for peace and healing during this sorrowful time of profound loss.
Sincerely, Bee
We were sorry to hear of Rubber’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish your memories.
Theresa and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. My condolences to family. Prayers for comfort and peace.
Rest in peace Rubber, I knew the whole family and bought my land from his Dad and I still live there. His Dad was my school bus driver from 1st grade to 8th grade. I was a Union worker just like him and loved hunting so I would run into him all the time. All I can say is the man upstairs must of needed a really good man. RIP
I only knew Rubber for a few years shooting pool with him. We were only 6 weeks apart on our birthdays so we had a lot in common. We used to talk about our youth and our Harleys. He was a special person and I will will always call him my friend. You are missed and will always be remembered. God will accept you with open arms and put in charge of all the animals because of respect for their life. Until we me again we will keep your memory alive.
I worked with both Rubber and Roger. God bless their souls.
Heartbroken. Rubber was a friend since childhood.
Teresa our deepest Sympathy to such a Great Man Remember all the Great Memories you both shared together an hold them close to your Heart / He will forever be missed .
From all extended family in Florida we are much grieved by the loss of Robert(Rubber). I personally shocked by his loss Growing up visiting Dellwood and the farm(my favorite place) celebrating Christmas Eve with family. Many weekends in my teens riding motorcycles and tipping a few beers with Rubber and the gang. You will be missed. RIP Robert
Your friendship was a gift, and your memory is a treasure. Teresa – You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Saddened by your loss Theresa. My condolences. May he rest in peace
With broken hearts over the loss of such a friend as Rubber. He could make me laugh like no other. I never saw him without a big smile just had think he was up to something.
To his family may you all take comfort knowing Rubber is at peace. God bless you, he will be waiting on the other side. We will all miss you dear Rubber.
I am so sorry to that my uncle passed, when my father told me he passed I was in shock. Ben(his great nephew) and myself were planning on visiting him in august. I will not be able to make the service. I have surgeries scheduled that day and can not put them off. my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Ben and his girlfriend is going, he wanted her to meet him.
My condolences to everyone, he willbe missed by many.
Our condolences to the family. So sad to lose a friend and neighbor growing up. He truly loved the outdoors and everything that lived in it. Guessing he never met a person he couldn’t talk to . RIP
Still doesn’t feel real. Seems like just yesterday rubber and I were out fishing for largemouth. Will truly miss this good timer. Much love, Elijah
Truly a “one of a kind” human being. The type of human that the world will soon run out of. He left a such a great and unique impression on all of our memories, including myself and everyone in my family. Robert passed away doing something beautiful for the world, and I respect so much of him. Love ya Robert!
So sorry for your loss
Dear Teresa and Family,
It grieved us to hear about Rubber passing away and You and Your Family are in our thoughts and prayers as You go through this time of sorrow. The last time I saw Rubber was last year at another Friend’s funeral, up by Big Flats and it was good to see him, and others I had not seen in a long time. He gave his life trying to save an Eagle, and this shows what a caring person he was and why so many were drawn to him.
His genuine caring attitude!!!
May God Comfort and Strengthen You All, and bring to Your Remembrance, All the Precious Memories of the Times You Shared Together!!!
Take Care and God Bless!!!
Lennard A. Wilson
My dad developed lewy body disease the last few years we owned the old mill. He would always ask us if we would take him down to see if Rubber was around. He loved talking cars and telling stories with him. Rubber brought my dad joy in some very hard times and I am so thankful for that. He was a kind man that always took time to listen. Thank you, you will be missed!
My Condolences on “Rubbs” passing he always greeted me with a “How’s it going PZ God Dammer!” I am going to miss that on Tuesdays at the Corner. RiP Brother!
Teresa and family ,Russ and family and to all who loved Rubber. I simply have no words. What a tremendous loss. Hope he found Boss (Glenn) up there. You all have my deepest sympathy
So sorry to hear of Rubber passing. He always had some good things to say. He will be missed. RIP Rubber
Teresa and family, Rusty and families, we are sorry for your loss. Rubber was a great friend of the family. He will be missed. Hugs and prayers to all of you…gone from your sight but not from your memories. Long live his memory to everyone who knew him..
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Dear Heavenly Father,
“Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” (John 15:13)
Our hearts are filled with sadness and yet also with incredible awe for Robert Mati who died trying to save an injured eagle.
We pray this hero is now sitting close to You, at peace, surrounded by Your golden light with Scout, Harmony and all the other heavenly eagles.
We are grateful to read his obituary. What a kind soul he was. He had a “lifelong love for the outdoors and the animals that called it home” and was “always rescuing something…that everyone else had given up on.” No wonder he went back when DNR wouldn’t come right away. Lord, please comfort his grieving family and let not his heroic actions be forgotten.
To the entire Marti family, We hope you find comfort and peace with every remembered story and precious memory. May the Lord bless you and ease your sorrow during this difficult time
Teresa and Family,
My deepest sympathy with the passing of your loved one. May the Great Spirit Above along with our Heavenly Father hold you ever so close and give you comfort.
Teresa, Rusty and family, so sorry to hear of this loss. Shooting bow, hunting with Rubber and pool nights at Willie’s. Just to catch up with him in town. He will be so missed!
To Rubber’s Family, Such a great man, so many lives touched with living life and enjoying nature. Keep the memories close. Our sincere condolences.
Teresa, Joe, Jessica, Rusty, and everyone else who loves Rubber, we just can’t find the words……as with everyone, we are shocked and heartbroken. So many years of fun memories….boating trips on the Mississippi, all the summers on the sand bars of Castle Rock Lake, the years of hunting, fishing and trapping adventures….he will be so missed 😢
Keeping the faith till the end, Rubber! Take the high road my friend for the rest of your journey, RIP Rubber!
The best neighbor a neighbor could ever have. Keeping you in my prayers.
We are so sorry to hear this. Our thoughts are with you all. He was always fun to talk to. Cherish your memories. RIP Rubber!
All the brews and times we shared seem a lot more important now RIP
Condolences to family and friends of Rubber. Little brother and now you. 2 great guys taken. RIP Rubber!!
Teresa so sorry for your loss. Rubber was the best neighbor and always willing to lend a hand. We will miss him, his stories and great sense of humor, and most of all his friendship.
Sending our heartfelt condolences to all who loved him. May your memories give you some peace and comfort.
Teresa and family, I’m so sorry to learn of Rubber’s passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
We were best friends in grade school and have remained friends since. Robert, you will be missed by so many. See you on the other side to swap tales of our youth.
Condolences to friends and family.
Wow!!, what would the odds be? Leaving this life trying to save an injured eagle, that would be at the top of the list of greatness! It doesn’t surprise me one bit that Rubber would attempt such a task. God bless him, he is a great man in my book! I am honored to have called him friend!
My sincere condolences to the Marti family and all of his friends. 😪 Prayers for peace and comfort in the days ahead. 🙏
My sincere condolences to Teresa & the Marti family.. Many wonderful memories of Dellwood days.I even babysat for the Marti boys, back in their younger days..May God bless the memories.
Sincere condolences to the Marti family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God gives us strength to move forward. Cherish the memories always.
Rubber and I were good friends in HS and the circumstances of his passing – trying to help, doing the right thing – is so much the Rubber I remember. Funny, smiling, a big heart and always up for an adventure, that was my friend. Based on the condolences here, he never changed. What an awesome legacy.
My sincere condolences to Teresa, his family, and to all his friends.
RIP Rubber.
Words cannot say how sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go with you
My condolences to the Marti family rubber was a great guy. known for burnouts in his V8 maverick in the 70s memories will keep him in your hearts
Richard Hamus
Such a tragic finish when he was trying to do something so selfless. RIP. Praying for all his family.
RIP Rubber. One of the good guys, trying to help one of God’s amazing creatures. Condolences to the family. He will be deeply missed by many.
Deepest sympathy to Roberts family. He always had a big smile whenever I saw him. Her will be greatly missed! RIP RUBBER
Our deepest condolences to the Bob’s family! He will be deeply missed in his community. We’ll see you later Bob!
So very sorry for your loss. Condolences to you and your family.
Shocked and saddened to hear this news about Rubber. Healing thoughts go out to the whole family. Many fond memories of hanging out at our house in the 70’s, shooting pool and blasting CCR. He was always quick with a smile and a laugh. Say hi to my dad, I’m sure he’s just waiting to give you some s**t!
Teresa, so sorry for your loss it was always a joy to run into you and Rubber when we were out always had a smile and something funny to say. He will be missed hugs and prayers for you and family.
Teresa & Rusty & your families…. You have our sincere condolences !! Tons & tons of great memories with Rubber. From our back in the day trips, to Eagle River and Glidden. Snowmobilin’; Huntin’; Fishin; or Jaggin’. Fish Sign to a great friend & classmate. I’m sure when you meet up with Nig, he’ll be playing your favorite CCR song. RIP Rubber R Marti !!!
Rubber was one of the best! Always had a smile on Always great to talk to. So sorry for your loss Teresa and Rusty and all family. Fish sign Rubber we will meet again in heaven❤️
I’m so sorry to hear about your husband, Teresa. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult and sad time.
Our condolences to the family. We’ve known him for years. Cherish all the memories. So very sad.
Had an opportunity to cross paths with rubber my last visit to Friendship after 35 years. It seemed like no time had passed. Always the nicest guy in town.
RIP Rubber
Rubber always had a smile to share, was always in a positive frame of mind. He’ll be missed!
We are so very sad to hear of Rubber’s passing. He has given us so many wonderful memories. He passed some good ones onto the next generation as well. From helping track deer, deer stand stories, trapping, old trucks, and more! Myles will surely treasure those memories and take what he learned, and put to use in the woods and on the lakes.
We are so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
So very sad to hear of Rubber’s passing. He was a great guy and always enjoyed life to the fullest. My deepest sympathy to the entire family. May your many good memories bring you comfort and may God grant you peace in this time of great loss. Thinking of you all and sending hugs.
So sorry Teresa and family. You’re in my thoughts and prayers. RIP Rubber
Teresa & Family
Rusty & Family, Deepest sympathy to Rubbers’ Families.
So memories, from grade school, to high school, & all the rest of the good times. Rubber, Fly High, you will be missed.
We are heartbroken… our sincere condolences. Rubber was an awesome friend – always laughing and a wonderful man to talk to. We will surely miss him.
I’m sure Charlie was waiting with $7 for a haircut!
Teresa & Family
Rusty & Family, Deepest sympathy to Rubbers’ Families.
So memories, from grade school, to high school, & all the rest of the good times. Rubber, Fly High, you will be missed.
Teresa & Family
Rusty & Family, Deepest sympathy to Rubbers’ Families.
So memories, from grade school, to high school, & all the rest of the good times. Rubber, Fly High, you will be missed.
Teresa & Family
Rusty & Family,
So memories, from grade school, to high school, & all the rest of the good times. Rubber, Fly High, will be missed.
We’re so sorry for your loss. Rubber will be missed by many.
I am so sorry to hear this. Had many good times with Rubber boating on Castle Rock lake and up on the sandbars. Great guy and we will truly miss him. My condolences to Teresa all of the family. He’s with his brother roger/ Nig and parents in Heaven. Rest in peace my good friend.
Greg/Sam and Patti Samson
Our deepest condolences to the entire family, we are so sorry of hearing of Rubbers passing he was a Great Friend and will be deeply miss by all!!
One SPECIAL guy always a GOOD TIME when you were with RUBBER MARTI!!!!
Teresa and family, I’m so sorry to hear of Rubbers passing. We were neighbors for so many years after we purchased the farm house, then land to build our home from Sophia & Russ. Rubber always had a smile and was full of fun. ( I could tell stories ). He will be missed by many. Hugs !
Teresa and family, I’m so sorry to hear of Rubbers passing. We were neighbors for so many years after we purchased the farm house, then land to build our home from Sophia & Russ. Rubber always had a smile and was full of fun. ( I could tell stories ). He will be missed by many. Hugs !
Now you and Dan can finally go fishing! RIP my friend ❤️❤️
Sending my heartfelt condolences to all who loved him. May your memories give you some peace and comfort.
So sad to hear of the loss of our classmate….condolences to all his family, friends and classmates. His bright joy of life touched all of us and will shine on in our memories.
Teresa so sorry for your loss.
As Rubber coined the fraze, To Hell you say. He was 1 of kind. He up there in Heaven with Nig getting things done. R.I.P. Rubber & God’s Speed Buddy. Dtm.
My condolences to the family great friend if only one more pool game RIP.
Our memories of Rubber start with Roche-A-Cri Grade School and will now sadly end from the most recent Farkdale get together.
Prayers to the family.
Another great man gone way to early! Our condolences 🙏
So very sorry for your family’s loss……
Teresa and family, thinking of you during this difficult time.
I was saddened to hear of your loss. May the memories you shared bring comfort. Rubber will be missed by many. Prayers for your all.
Teresa, I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere sympathy. Everyone who knew Rubber will always remember him with fondness. Prayers and blessings for Rubber, for everyone he loved, and for everyone who loved him.
So very sorry, hugs to everyone.
Teresa and Family
Condolences to you all and please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during the difficult time. Gone to soon..rest in peace Rubber!
He will be missed by many!
God Bless your family.
Robert was a great fun loving soul, lived life to the fullest extent, now for eternity, he has angel wings.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, Rubber was always a great person to be around whether talking about old times or just having a great time. He was always in a great mood and had wonderful stories about life. Rubber you will be missed by many, until we meet again, RIP in Peace. Dennis&Judy Allen
My sincere condolences to all of Rubber’s family and friends. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Another Legend has left us unexpectedly oh the stories Al and Dale and Rubber are telling now.Miss you guys.
Teresa and family, we are so sorry to hear of Rubber’s passing. He was always so friendly and good hearted. He will be missed by many.
oh, heartbreaking for all. hugs Teresa💔😢 you had so many great years that weren’t enough. a good man who will be missed by so many. just heartbreaking for Family, friends and all who knew him. Memories live on forever.
My deepest sympathy to the family, Rubber was a Great man I got to work with Rubber at the paper mill on projects many times. ” hail brother muskrat “
Teresa and family,
So sorry to hear of Rubber’s passing. Such a great guy who will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him. May he rest in peace and may your memories and his love for you bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Our condolences to the family, a lifetime of memories to cherish
Rest in peace my dear friend, you will be missed at the cabin campfires, our Farkdale yearly reunions, and many other gathering. I’ve known you since the 70’s when the bar opened in Arkdale and so many memories which I will hold close. My prayers for the family may God wrap his arms around you during this time of need.
Sympathy and condolences 🙏 to the Marti family. Rubber was a good guy. We were neighbors (1/4 mile up the road) when I lived up there. Mat he rest i oeace.
So sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace and the family find comfort in your memories.
Teresa and family, we are so sad to read this. Rubber was a good man in every sense of the word. You are in our thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace.
Rest in peace Rubber
Many great memories, way too soon! Prayers for the family.
You left this earth way too soon. I’ll miss you and the good times we had working on the railroad tie gang.
So very sorry for the families loss
Deepest sympathy to Rubber’s family. We will truly miss him!!
Teresa and family, I am so sorry to hear of Robert’s passing. He will be missed by so many people in the community. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Hugs and prayers, Teresa and families. He will be missed by many as he was a great friend.
Teresa you are in my thoughts and prayers. Deeply sorry for your loss. Rubber was a great individual. May he rest in peace. Cherish your memories.
Teresa I am so sorry to hear this. He was a great person. So very sorry for your loss. Huggggggs
Dorothy Stroschein fka fitzsimmons
So sad to hear of his passing . My condolences to his family 💔
So Sad to hear this! Rubber was an awesome man, and many, many great times together! He will be deeply missed! Prayers to buddy Rubs and the family! Rest in peace my friend! Mark and Mary…
So very sorry to hear this , sending my deepest sympathies to his family , so many memories 🙏🏻
Jeepers creepers with a big smile on his face. There goes another one of our Dellwood Boys. I am saddened to hear hear this 💔 My condolences to the family
To Roberts family my prayers and warm thoughts 🙏 we been lifelong friends you will be greatly missed 😢
Another great man gone to soon
RIP Marti
So sorry for your loss ! Have many fond memories of Rubber ! Rest in peace my friend! from vernie god damner
So very sorry on your loss. Rubber was a great guy. So many memories. Comfort to his family and friends.
Rest in peace good buddy
Prayers for all! Sorry for your loss.
So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you. Rest in peace Rubber.
To Robert’s family, I am sending my sincere Condolences and keeping you in my Thoughts and Prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Nancy (Lobenstein) Pedersen
pennybuchda1956@gmail.com
RIP Robert. Many memories. So sad to hear. Susie Bradford
Our deepest sympathies
Teresa, so sorry to hear this. Our deepest sympathy and prayers for peace and comfort for you all. Will miss him.
So tragic! Prayers to the family!
Rest in peace Rubber . My deepest condolences to all. Sending Prayers up for healing and comfort to be set down.
Prayers to all.