Service Details
There will be a visitation on Saturday August 20, 2022 from 10-12 with memorial service to follow at 12:00 p.m. at Draeger Langendorf Funeral Home.
A private interment will be held at a later date.
Memorial Suggestions
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your local animal shelter or rescue, Veteran’s Outreach, or your local food bank.
Rochester-Robert E. Rohner, 70, passed away peacefully at his home with his daughter, Jessica, and sisters by his side.
Bob was born in Racine, WI on September 1, 1951 to Robert and Irma (Bartel) Rohner. He graduated from J.I. Case High School class of 1969.
Bob spent his child hood years working alongside his parents, sisters, and extended family on his families’ dairy farm where he learned the value of hard work. He was most at home on the farm and talked fondly of his years spent milking cows, planting and harvesting crops, and hunting pheasants. He most of all loved to be on the tractors. He went on to have several jobs outside of the farm first at Highland’s Restaurant, then working at two filling stations, and then at Styberg Manufacturing. Bob loved working outside and soon realized that he would not be happy working indoors. He then found employment with Bert Johnson Inc where he would go on to make many lifelong friendships.
In 1977 Bob established Rohner Asphalt and Grading, Inc which he owned and operated until his retirement in 2021. He had a passion for hard work and enjoyed working with his crew and making community connections. Bob enjoyed teaching young men the asphalt trade and new skills throughout the years. His work was truly his passion. He could be seen every year at his shop for the 3rd of July fireworks talking with all of his friends and family.
He had many interests including vacationing, going to Las Vegas, and traveling up north to his farm. He enjoyed rides on the country roads, fishing, and hunting white tail deer. He loved good country music. He loved to care for his lawn, garden, and can tomatoes, salsa, and pickles.
Bob is survived by his daughter, Jessica (Ken Behrens) Rohner; three sisters, Marie Rohner, Katherine (Victor) Johnson, and Jane Rohner; niece Sarah (Aaron) Schmidt; great niece Natalie Petrick; great nephew Jack (Izabella) Petrick and their children Leonardo and Azalea; special friend, Renee Thompson; good friend Al Solfest; and former wife Patricia Rohner. He was preceded in death by his parents Bob and Irma, aunts and uncles, and lifelong friends Wally Schultz and Leroy Johnson.
There will be a visitation on Saturday August 20, 2022 from 10-12 with memorial service to follow at 12:00 p.m. at Draeger Langendorf Funeral Home. A private interment will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your local animal shelter or rescue, Veteran’s Outreach, or your local food bank.
Kim Schmidt says
Too hard to say good-bye to Bob. Everyone’s friend. Another good old boy taken from our lives. Bob will be missed but thought of often, in remembering some very great days and very fond memories.
Bob will be forever in our hearts.
Brenda Booker says
I’m so sorry for the loss of your brother, Bobby…..Jane, Marie and Kathy. I can’t recall seeing Bobby since we were all kids on the farm at your place. Every time I pass the roundabout at Hwy. K of think, “That is the Rohner’s old place”. May he rest in peace.
Brenda (Wishau) Booker
SHARI & JANE SCHULTZ says
Bob will be sadly missed ! We had so many good times with Bob. The 3rd of July , the Country Music Jamborees in Black River Falls , and many more !!!! It’s so sad to say goodbye to a great friend and Family member ! Such a Great person ! We will always Love & miss you Bob !
LOVE ALWAYS,
SHARI & JANE SCHULTZ
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO : JESSICA , PATTI , & ALL THE ROHNER FAMILY
Roger Bartel says
Another cousin laid to rest. Our condolences and prayers are with Jessica and sisters; Marie,Jane, and Kathy. Love you all.
Roger and Carol Bartel
Jerry D Mikulanec sr. says
Rip bob
Jane E. Rohner says
I love you forever brother. Happy trails to you until we meet again.
Love – your baby sister – xoxo Jane xoxo
Steve and Laurie Bertzyk says
We sure are going to miss you Bob 😔 So many fun times ! Us all following Firecreek playing at various bars to Country Music Jamboree ! Also numerous times in Vegas, your house and the 3rd of July party at your shop. Whenever we hear Dwight Yokum – we think of you ♡ tilting your cowboy hat and doing your dance ! This isn’t Goodbye ~ it’s see ya later ❤️.
Our sincere condolences to Jess, Patty and the Rohner family 💗
Gary Ahrndt says
I remember our days together from Hoods Creek School through Case High School.
Riding in your Red 65 Mustang. You were a good man. May you rest in peace.
Marie Rohner says
You will always be my FAVORITE BROTHER. You never missed calling me on my birthday. Take care of Mom and Dad and our other loved ones. We will see each other again some day.
Love Always, Marie 💕
John Rohner says
My connection to my cousin Bob mainly took place in our younger years. I always enjoyed visiting the Rohner family farm. It was always fun being in the dairy barn during milking time. I so remember how heavy the pails of milk were that we carried to the milk house and poured into the bulk tank. The barn dances that were hosted by Bobs’ parents, Uncle Bob and Aunt Irma, were always fun to attend. Another memorable event on the farm was opening day of pheasant season. When I had the chance to hunt with my dad, uncles and cousins. The Rohner family reunions were always well attended thanks to the efforts of Bob’s three sisters who organized those events. I will always remember Bob’s strong work ethic along with his friendly personality. RIP in cousin and God Bless.
LeRoy Petersen says
Rest in peace, Bob
Curtis Wallin says
I was good friends with his late Uncle Jake. Years ago I met Bob through Jake, Bob paved my driveway on Meadow Lane when we lived in Racine, and also knew this uncle Hank, our deepest sympathies to the family. Our prayers are with you all.