Roberta “Bobbi” Held, age 61, of Westfield, Wisconsin died June 30, 2012 at her home in Westfield. A memorial gathering will be on Saturday, July 7, 2012 from 12:00 Noon until 4:00 p.m. at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin.
Roberta was born January 11, 1951 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
She grew up in Hales Corners with her loving parents and later had four children.
Bobbi married Barton C. Held “Buddy” on February 28, 1987 in Concord, Wisconsin.
She loved the outdoors and her horse farm she had with Buddy. Bobbi especially loved spending time with her family. She was a kind, easy going, stubborn and selfless woman. Through all of her hardships there was nothing that would get her down. When life gave her lemons she made lemonade.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert & Dorothy McCoy and her father in law, Bud Held
Survivors:
Husband: Barton Held of Westfield, Wisconsin
Daughter: Sarah (Jake Tisdale) Spack of Jefferson, Wisconsin
Daughter: Jennifer Spack of Waukesha, Wisconsin
Daughter: Heather (Troy Ganther) Spack of Sussex, Wisconsin
Son: Daniel (Corrine) Held of Friendship, Wisconsin
Birth Mother: Christine Hotchkiss of Minocqua, Wisconsin
Mother in Law: Dorothy Held of Coloma, Wisconsin
further survived by: several brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and many friends
Well Mom, Snickers is for sure my baby. She is fitting in so well and is so happy and healthy. Every time I spoil her or love her I think of you. She deserves all of our love- hope you can see how happy she is. Thanks again for her, she is the best. I love you so much and miss you a ton mom.
It has been a very hard week, every now and then I cry. Your service was beautiful and you have so many people that love you. THanks for teaching me the strength, humility and bravery to get through the hardest times. IM going to go get Snickers on Friday and give her the home that you wanted me too. Miss you mom, and I love you.
We were very sorry to hear of Bobbi’s passing. I regret that we cannot be with all of you today to honor Bobbi’s life. May she rest in peace.
My brother Mark Levandosky and I enjoyed many great times with our Aunt Dorothy and Uncle Albert and our cousins Bobbi and Mike McCoy. I am Aunt Margaret Levandosky’s daughter. Maybe Sarah, Jennifer, and Heather remember visiting with Aunt Margaret on Van Norman in Cudahy. WI.
Although we never met in person, Bobbies birth mother, Christine, is my oldest sister and dearest friend. She called me and gave me the news. She loved Bobbie all her life even though she only found her after years of wishing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. God will hold you in his loving hands and comfort you.
We all the love the Mother you are, I think about you everday. You left us with a life time of wonderful memories. And through our experiences with you, we all will create many more memories. We will always keep you in our hearts. Nobody even comes close to be as lucky as us to have had you as a Mother.
We were so sorry to learn of Bobbi’s death. We spent many happy times with Bobbi and Mike on the McCoy Farm when they were children. She was a warm wonderful cousin then and continued to follow her caring ways into adulthood. I, also, knew Bobbi as a mother in Oconomowoc, WI. She loved her girls and Danny. Rest in peace and free of pain, Bobbi.
Aunt Phyllis, Cousins: Pat, Earlene, Elaine, and Dawn
Fly with the angels Bobbi! Do what you loved to do best, free of the sickness and the pain that you fought so hard to get through just for one more day with your family and your animals. Know that I am here for you daughters whenever and wherever they need me =). Sarah, Jennifer, Heatherand Danny, talk to your mom, she can hear you, and she will show you signs, make sure you are aware enough to realize and notice them <3 . I'm hoping John was there to welcome her into Heaven and celebrate with her =) love you !
Another angel in heaven!!! Bobbi…you will be missed by your girls…they know you will be watching them..
I would like to thank everyone for there love and support thru this hard time. My mom is the strongest, most beautiful, kindess
Selfless mother i could ever ask for! I will miss your hugs, kisses and your laughter the most! Mom you will always be in my heart, and you will be my guardian angel watching over me! I love you forever.
Sorry for your loss Sarah, Jennifer, Heather & family – but I do believe your mom is in a better place without the restrictions on her body. Let me know if you need anything.
Here is a dedicated tune:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6Psn3JOWq4
Even tho I never meet Bobbi, I can tell by the way you, Sarah spoke of her and stories you told how much love you and she had for each other. I remember what great joy and care you took in preparing her birthday “board” last year. Remember her smile and love for you … this will keep her close to your heart always. I know she will be greatly missed by you, but be comforted in the fact she knew that you loved her very much and that God loves you.
Buddy and family:
We are so sorry for your loss. She was a very kind person to talk to. But now no more suffering for her.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rest in peace Bobbi. We will miss you so much but we are all so happy that you don’t have to suffer one more day in that failing body. Now you can ride your horses, run with your dogs, jump with your goats, fly with your birds, do whatever you want with the freedom you’ve just been given. Your kids are strong and will love and support each other through all the good times and bad. And they can always know that you are watching them from above.
You all are in our thoughts.
Thanks so much for everyones kind words and support. THose who knew her best saw what a kind, selfless and wonderful person she was. Her poor body held her back from most of the things she loved to do, mostly it held he back from being the helpful person she loved to be. Mom I dont have to tell you what a great mother you were- our friendship was proof of that. Love you and miss you already, I talk to you all the time.
I had the great pleasure of taking care of Bobbi at 1 time .She was a wonderful woman.Never complained about anything.To her kids I like to say she loved you all very much and was proud of all of you .And she loved her animals too.
I`m sorry for your loss, God must have needed another Angel in Heaven.