Service Details
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 6301 344th Ave., New Munster, WI. A celebration of Bob’s life will follow the Mass at the Wheatland Town Hall Pavilion.
Memorial Suggestions
In lieu of flowers, Bob’s family suggests memorial contributions be made to your local humane society or animal rescue organization.
On Tuesday, October 6, 2020, Robert Lee Orre II passed away suddenly at the age of 62 of a pulmonary embolism. He was born on September 18, 1958, in Berea, Ohio, to Robert Lee Orre, Sr and Joanne Regina (Mankowski). He was the second of six children. While still a child, the family moved to Racine, eventually settling in Union Grove where he graduated from Union Grove High School. Upon graduation, he began working at SC Johnson Wax on the lines while he attended Parkside. After earning his business degree, he worked at numerous jobs inside the company and after 42 years of service, he retired in January of 2019 as an IT Director and moved to Manitowish Waters, WI to enjoy his retirement years on the Chain of Lakes.
Bob married the love of his life Ann Patrice (Althoff) on June 10, 1995, and they moved to Wilmot, WI where they raised their family. Bob was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and grandfather. Bob’s family was his greatest joy, and they always came first. He was so very proud of his five children, Nicole (Joe) Rivers, Ryan (Sam) Orre, Lindsey (Andrew) Strother, Evan, and Tyler and all of their accomplishments. Spending time with his four grandchildren, Aubrey, Parker, Blake and Henry, always put a smile on his face. His Dad jokes and playfulness around his family was legendary…it resulted in smiles on the young ones faces and smiles, groans and head shakes of the adults.
Bob loved life and always lived it to the fullest. He was a caring, kind, and compassionate man to all that he met, always willing to step in as a coach, mentor, or serving his community in whatever capacity he was needed.
His favorite hobby was airplanes. He attended the EAA every year since he was a child and eventually built his own Kit Fox in which he loved taking family and friends for rides. He was a talented woodworker and each piece was lovingly made with an eye to detail. His favorite saying was, “it pays to have the right tool.” His other hobbies included anything outdoors: golfing, kayaking, bike riding, waterskiing, downhill skiing, snowshoeing, volleyball, and boating to name a few and he passed his passion of his hobbies down to his children.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Lee and Ruth Orre and his maternal grandparents, Zenon and Eva (Jean) Mankowski. He is survived by his parents, Robert and Joanne Orre, his siblings Deb (Randy) Ricchio, Naomi (John) Vyvyan, Jodi Musiel, Mike (Barb) Orre, Kim (Russ) Tackett, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces, Nephews and countless friends.
Heather Good says
My heart goes out to you all during this time. I am so sorry for your loss.
Doug and Sue Schomberg says
I am so saddened to learn of Bob’s passing into New Life. Sue and I will be praying for Ann and her family’s Peace and Comfort provided the Holy Spirit of Life, as our Savior promised, and whose presence Bob is enjoying in great Joy.
I had the privilege to spend a lot of time with Bob while working on a strategic plan for our St. Alphonsus School. Bob was a pleasure to work with. Always professional, the consummate team player, great listener, and so intelligent. And he was blessed with that sense of humor, making it even more enjoyable to work with him.
Heaven is a perfect place for Bob. He will fit right in…and make others there smile even more.
God Bless
Doug and Sue Schomberg
The Foleys says
Ann,
Rob and I are so shocked to hear of Bob’s passing. Please know you and your family are in our prayers. Bob was such a wonderful man – our fondest memories of him was our cub scout derby races. I still have the picture of Bob, Bob’s dad and Rob at a pinewood derby race. God bless you and may the Lord comfort you during this time of grief.
Deanna, Rob, Josh, Nick and Samantha Foley
Mo Nicolazzi says
I am so sorry for your loss.
Cathy Bastrup says
So sorry to hear of your lost. May he rest in peace. Prayers to Ann and your family.
Guy Findley(Finn) says
Though we were rarely together, I’ll miss talking with you. Rest in Peace my friend.
Jamey Strempler says
My deepest condolences go out too the whole Orre family. I have such good memories of the whole family. Thoughts and prayers go out to each and every one of you.
John N Ricchio says
I’m so sorry for your loss, my condolences to all the family , sending prayers.🙏🙏
John N Ricchio says
I’m so sorry for your loss, my condolences and prayers to all the family . 🙏🙏
Mike Kamholz says
Evan I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I’m praying for you and your family. Coach Kamholz
Amy Mccarthy says
The Mccarthy family sends our deepest sympathy so very sorry for your loss . You all are in our prayers.
LG, Nicole, Carter, Sydney, and Rayna Black says
We are so very sorry to learn of Bob’s passing. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim Reid says
To the Orre family. I’m very sad of hearing of Bobs passing. I worked with him many years ago when he first started at the Wax. Was a great person to be around. Lots of laughs, always smiling. Sorry for your loss.
Rossana Rizzotto says
I’m very saddened to learn Bob passed suddenly away. My prayers and thoughts are with him and his dear family, who I got to know only through Bob, who always spoke with tremendous pride and love .
I had the privilege to work with Bob at SCJ and get to know the wonderful person he was. His dedication, professionalism and above all his integrity to always do what was right is a big legacy he leaves behind.
Bob was an extremely kind and pleasant person who made a big difference in the life of people he came across.
May his soul rest to a better life and may god give comfort to his family in this time of grief.
Rossana
Julie Muellenbach-Schultz says
Sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with Ann and her family during this difficult times.
Lisa Renetzky Walker says
Heartfelt prayers out to the family. Feel free to reach out if you need anything at all.
Dhuha Maki says
So sad to hear of this news. Mr. Orre worked with my dad and I have heard such wonderful stories of him throughout the years. I still remember how welcoming he and his family were to us. My sincere condolences to his family during this difficult time—my prayers are with you.
Mike Fidler says
I am glad to have had the opportunity to work with and get to know Bob.. He not only was a good boss but also someone that . He will be missed by all whom knew him. My deepest condolences Go out to Ann and the entire family.
Donna M Fullerton says
ANN,
So sorry for your loss. My sympathy to you and your family. It is always difficult, but I do believe that unexpected is kinder than going through years of suffering. All you can do is to carry on in the matter that you know he would have expected of you. Remember the good times. Donna Fullerton
Muhanad Maki says
I’m very saddened by this news. Bob is one of the most genuine and caring people that I’ve ever met. We shared many great memories over the years that will stay with me forever. I couldn’t have asked for a better friend and colleague than him. So sorry for your loss. May he Rest In Peace.
Jan McRae says
Ann and family, I am so very sorry for you and sad to hear of Bob’s passing. He was a wonderful man. John and I enjoyed the ski trip with you all immensely. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Traci Sawalski says
I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. I remember fun times with the Orres and Althoffs at Southport volleyball trips with Evan’s team. My condolences to all of the family.
Andrea & Jason Luszcak says
We wish we would have had more time to get to know Bob. His sudden departure for a “flight plan” that only God knew is heartbreaking. We will continue to pray for you and your family during this very difficult time. We are just next door if you need anything!
Eileen Kiser says
So sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your son. I will keep your family in my prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Eileen Kiser
( Piggly Wiggly)
Lora and David Liening says
My cousin Rob,
I don’t want to believe you are with our Lord .. I so wish we could have spent a lot more time together when we were growing up. God had other plans for me here in Texas , but you where always in my heart, my thoughts and my prayers. It made my heart so happy that we connected on Facebook and could talk and be apart of each other’s life’s even from a distance . I so love seeing your pictures of your beautiful family .. You where a very blessed man , surrounded by so much love and happiness . It seems that you lived a very full life . I know you had so many plans and so many things you wanted to do yet … I was sitting on my porch yesterday and I had to smile when I thought about you and Grandpa Zen finally together . I pictured the two of you sitting out on the lake in your boat ..You where both laughing and smiling together betting on who would catch the biggest fish ………. I love you cousin Rob … you will always be in my heart , until I see you again . …I know you will make the rounds as your new title of (Guardian Angel)
Lora Liening says
To Ann and his children ,
I don’t even know the words of how devastating this is for you all .. I know we don’t know each other well , but I want you to know that I am praying for you all and the entire family . May God give you comfort and peace in this challenging time .. Although we do not understand Gods choices , we must still love and honor him and know that someday we will understand his greater plan . Love and blessing for your hearts to find healing to you Ann and all the family
Joan Carman says
To the entire Orre family –
It is with great sadness to say goodbye but it is with greater joy that the pleasure and honor of knowing your brother (Bob) I know you call him Rob shall always bring a smile to my face and a twinkle in my eye.
Bob please keep a watchful eye and surround your family with comfort and love
🙏😪🙏💕💕
Gloria Lauritsen says
Ann and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. In my time spent at St. Alphonsus Bob was always a pleasure to be around. His kindness, pleasant, positive personality was infectious. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Cheri Berquist says
Fly with the Angel’s my Dear Cuz 😇