Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Bob Paffenroth, 82 of Winneconne, died April 7, 2015, at Omro Care Center. Bob was born October 27, 1932, in Oshkosh to the late Alvin and Peggy King Paffenroth. He attended school at the "old" high school in Oshkosh. In January 1951 he enlisted in the United States Air Force serving more than 20 years including the Korean and Vietnam wars. After retiring from the USAF in June of 1971 he worked for Oshkosh Truck for 15 years. On August 4, 1977, Bob married Lylalu Treleven. Bob enjoyed golf, bowling, politics, and cried when Obama was re-elected. Bob, like his wife Lu, loved reminiscing and spending time with the grandchildren.
Bob is survived by his children, Susan (Darren) Putzer, Karen Paffenroth, Michael (Lisa) Rhyner, all of Oshkosh; and Roxanne Roehrick, of Winneconne. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Vanessa Putzer, Andrea Roehrick, Tyler and Brett Rhyner, Ryan (Shaya) Koss, Tara Schwertfeger; adopted granddaughter, Tawnie (Chuck) Winter; great-grandchildren, Aria Rhyner and Benytt Koss. Bob is further survived by his brother-in-law, David (Shirley) Treleven, nephew, Darrin Treleven; and special nephew, Jay Treleven.
Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Lylalu; his parents; and his granddaughter, Courtney Roehrick.
Bob was a member of Winneconne Masonic Lodge 186, 32 Degree Valley of Green Bay, Beja Shrine Temple of Green Bay, Winnebagoland Shrine Club, Veteran of Foreign Wars, NRA, and the Republican Party. He was a daily regular at Jackie's Parkside Restaurant in Winneconne.
Cremation has taken place and in accordance with Bob's wishes, no memorial service will be held. The family will hold a private memorial at a later date.
Special thanks to Joan Oleson and John Kosmer for keeping Bob going and to Jay Olson for his "care" packages and taking care of Ajay. Thanks also to Jan Treleven for her noon hour visits.
The family also extends special thanks to the staff at Omro Care Center and to Chad, Kathy, Sue, Chaplain John and the two Jenns at Generations Hospice.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Robert F. Paffenroth Memorial Scholarship Fund at First National Bank in Winneconne, WI.
Bob wished to be remembered as "an honest man who kissed no one's ass."
If you wish please submit online condolences to muellerfuneralhomeinc.com.
Dave Heller wrote on April 14, 2015
Still remember the great time Bob and I had after one of our uncles funerals at Tommys Bar in Oshkosh and wonderful time my wife Patty and I had visiting Bob & Lu at their home. Wish had seen more of him in later years!
Rick Grundy wrote on April 9, 2015
We would always see Bob at Jackies,he would invite us to sit at his table if it was crowded,we knew just our first names,he always had a joke to tell. Bob was a very friendly guy, telling me don't ever get old.Rest in peace Bob!
Jan Marcellis Picard wrote on April 9, 2015
Okay so I just re-read the obituary to my husband and remembered that I do know Bob! We worked at Oshkosh Truck together more than 40 years ago. He was a hoot!
Jan Marcellis Picard wrote on April 9, 2015
Bob I never met you but I know I would have loved you. Anyone who cried when Obama was re-elected is my friend indeed and we could have shared a box of Kleenex together. I can tell you were an honorable man who loved his country and his family and for sure your lips went to the grave ass free.
Jenn C. -Generations wrote on April 9, 2015
Thank you for allowing us to care for Bob, he was a sweet man and will be missed by many. My condolences to your family, may you all find comfort in knowing he is smiling down on you and is now pain free.
Katie Bowling wrote on April 9, 2015
I am Kirby (Jon) Treleven's sister. My husband Jake and my son Jace and I had the pleasure of meeting Bob a few times at his home and once at the Omro Care Center. Bob and my son Jace (4) are "zipper buddies" as Bob called them. He was a great, funny, generous man and he will be greatly missed. My son Jace enjoyed visiting him and Bob always had funny stories and jokes to tell us. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.