Robert Hildebrand
November 13, 2011
Robert “Bob” W. Hildebrand, 71, died Sunday, November 13, 2011 at Bright Kavanagh House from lung cancer. He was born September 11, 1940 to Vern and Viola (Pyle) Hildebrand in Washington, Iowa.
Bob worked as a building maintenance manager for KVI, and EMCO. Previously he worked at Schmitt & Henry where he built many pieces of furniture. He was a member of Ft. Des Moines Church of Christ. Bob enjoyed sports especially NASCAR and football. He enjoyed cooking, talking politics, and fishing.
Bob is survived by his wife of 41 years, Doris; children, Jerry Hildebrand, April Kirby, Shelley (Scott) Stout, and Rodney (Amy) Hildebrand; eight grandchildren; one great-grandson; brothers, Vern Jr. (Cathy), William, Kenneth (Jolene), and James; sister, Barbara (Norman) Visner; and a host of other family and beloved friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Barbara Martin; three brothers; and one sister.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, November 17, 2011 at Fort Des Moines Church of Christ, 244 E. Army Post Road. Family will greet friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon St.
Memorial contributions may be given to Bright Kavanagh House or Fort Des Moines Church of Christ. Online condolences may be made at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Greg Schoessler
11/16/2011
Doris,
Our prayers are with you. We are thinking of you and if you need anything please don't hesitate to let us know
Sheila Walker
11/16/2011
We will forever miss Uncle Bob. His laugher, his NASCAR, and his cooking. Many fond memories of cook outs and playing cards and dice games at your dining room table. You will not be forgoten.
J. De & Ron Wilbur
11/15/2011
Doris & family.. Our deepest condolences to you, in the loss of Bob. Seems, like it hasn't been 5 yrs, since I tranferred memembership to Carlisle Christian Church..But, at least Ron, started back..I've met a few times a year, with a few of the ladies, from the Fort..about 7-8 of us.. Seems, we just don't get it done, often anymore.. to many other appt's..Went to Laura Smothers, 95th, celebration at the church.. .. I remember, you're Mother, she was such a lovely person.. May God be with you all, thru all of this..with Love/thoughts/prayers.. De & Ron Wilbur
Cathy Specht Hansen
11/15/2011
Doris and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you all. Sorry that I did not get to know Uncle Bob. I know that we will someday when it's my turn to go home to the Lord. Love you all and know my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love Cathy Specht Hansen
Jackie Specht Christopher
11/14/2011
Doris & family, I anm very sorry to hear of your loss of your husband & Father,,,I know how it is,,when Gary past away, I sure all of you will find Peace with our Lord, & know that Bob is not suffering anymore,,Bob is with our Lord. Again I am very sorry to hear this Doris, & family..JAckie Specht Christopher ~~~Anita,IA