Robert E. Boelling
July 18, 2015
Robert Boelling passed away at his home in Des Moines on July 18, 2015, at the age of 67. He was born June 8, 1948, in Villisca, Iowa, to Ernest and Helen Boelling.
Robert served in the United States Navy from 1966-1969. He married Marta Ramos on December 23, 1985.
Robert worked at John Deere as a tool and die maker, retiring in 2014 after 40 years of dedicated service. He enjoyed building and flying radio controlled airplanes, and playing cribbage, but above all, he loved spending time with his family and spoiling his grandchildren any chance he had.
Robert is survived by his wife, Marta; children, Craig Boelling of Cumming, Bradley Boelling of Arlington, TX, and Tiffany (Wade) Wych of Grimes; grandchildren, Chase Boelling, Alexis Boelling, Callie, Bailey, and Addison Wych; siblings, James (Karen) Boelling of Ankeny, Melinda (Dean) Martin of Ft. Oglethorpe, GA, and Thomas Boelling of Des Moines; as well as a niece and nephew, and countless friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 25, 2015, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines, with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. The family will receive visitors Friday evening from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Tom McDonald
07/27/2015
Just returned home and found out about Bob. Bob was always helpful and expressive. Bob shared many stories. I was always glad to see him come to work on different jobs for me. So sorry for your loss and deepest sympathy's to the family.
Arturo Pena
07/26/2015
To Brad and family, please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Respectfully,
Arturo
David Wintle
07/26/2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
DeAnn Krutsinger
07/22/2015
Marta and family. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband, father, grandfather and friend. You will be in my prayers to provide strength through this difficult time. Take Care.
Dick Newell
07/22/2015
So very to hear about Bobs passing, he was a very nice guy. My prayers for the family.
Sean Scully- Meritor Canada
07/22/2015
On behalf of the Meritor Canada and the Scully family
Our prayers goes to the Boelling family in this sad event.
Diana Sesi - Meritor
07/22/2015
Brad and the entire family - Thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. May you always be reminded of the good memories you made.
Eric Iott - Meritor
07/22/2015
We are sad to hear of the passing of Brad's father Bob. Our prays go out to your family in this time of mourning.
Evelyn Bisanti
07/22/2015
Bob & Marta were our neighbors for a while. I'm very saddened to hear this. Marta, my prayers are with you.
Mike Johnson
07/22/2015
Bob gave me one of my first motorcycle rides when he got out of the Navy. Always kind and gentle. The very image of grandpa Sam's side of the family. Good man. Sorry to hear about his passing.
Jane Scieszinski
07/21/2015
Bob was such a nice man that he is surely a great addition to Heaven. My sympathies to his whole family, especially Marta. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. God Bless You!
Jeanette Kernes
07/21/2015
I'm so sorry to hear, Marta. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Try to stay strong. The Lord will be at your side.
Denise Bush
07/21/2015
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Pamela Turpen
07/20/2015
My sympathies to you! Uncle Bob left behind a great legacy with his children and grandchildren.
Quentin Bottorff
07/20/2015
Craig,
So very sorry to learn of the passing of your Father. My deepest sympathies are with you during this time of grief.