Robert Neitzel
May 24, 1927 - May 25, 2016
Obituary
MILWAUKEE – Robert “Bob” Neitzel, age 89, passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2016. Bob was born on May 24, 1927 in Milwaukee, WI to Harold and Susan Neitzel. He was enlisted, on his 17th birthday, into the US Navy during WWII. After returning he graduated from Bay View High School. Bob married his bowling partner, Patricia Schuler, on September 9, 1950. He worked at Allen Bradley for many years before he became the proprietor of the Blue Jay Bowl on Howell Avenue. After that he retired from Froedtert Malt. Bob enjoyed bowling, fishing, and maintained a large garden and apple orchard.
Bob is survived by his wife of 65 years Pat; children, Diane (James) Windsor, Robert (Maggie), Brian (Renee), and Daniel (Kathy); grandchildren, Tony Windsor, Bradley Windsor, Katie Dahm, Brianna, Zachary, Shawn Ross, Jenny McDermott, Laura McDermott, Jessica McDermott, and Kyle; 2 great grandchildren and one on the way; sisters, Jeanette Hudig and Loretta (Elmer) Ball. He is preceded in death by his brother-in-law Andrew Hudig.
A small family gathering will be held on Friday, May 27, 2016 at RYAN FUNERAL, 6924 Lake Road, DeForest, from 5:30 PM until 6:30 PM. Burial will take place at Union Grove Cemetery, Harshaw, WI.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Agrace Hospice, Fitchburg, WI. A special thanks to the staff at Agrace Hospice for their time and care. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.