My forever love passed away on February 27, 2012

My husband and best friend passed away on February 27, 2012. He is not just a statistic, he was so much more. Husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend to all. He had the most pure heart of anyone I have ever met. He did not judge people, he accepted them and loved them as they were. Here is just a small part of Bob's life. Linda

I fought the good fight.
I have completed the race.
I have kept the faith.
2 Timothy 4:7

Robert (Bob) was born in Council Bluffs, IA on April 28, 1953. Growing up, Bob had a total of 5 brothers and sisters who he was very close with. In 1971, Bob graduated from Ralston High School and, the following year, Married his sweetheart Linda on June 17th. In 1974 Bob started his first residential framing company and continued framing for the next 30 years. During this time, he was able to help so many family and friends and never hesitated to offer his talents to help another.

During Bob’s 30 years of framing, he also dabbled in the real estate business, building and maintaining several rental properties in Omaha. In 2004, Bob and Linda purchased their first rental home in Estes Park, CO. This endeavor allowed them to spend many months each year in Colorado and Bob loved every minute he was there. There was nothing he loved more than sitting by the river with his sweetie, snowshoeing & hiking with family and friends, and taking long drives thru the National Park to observe the local flowers and wildlife.
As much as Bob loved Colorado, his first love was his family. Bob and his wife, Linda, were married for just under 40 years and had 2 children and 5 grandchildren. Anyone that entered Bob’s house was instantly greeted with warmth and affection. Bob is well known for his big hugs and even bigger heart. The most important things in his life were his faith and his family. Throughout Bob’s 2 year battle with cancer, he always stayed positive and was an inspiration to all he encountered. His courage and strength were amazing and will never be forgotten.