Robert Ahlhelm
June 15, 2022
Robert J. Ahlhelm, age 85, passed away in Des Moines on June 15, 2022. He was born November 22, 1936, in Waterloo, Iowa, the son of Wilhelm and Barbara Ahlhelm.
Robert worked at Casey’s for more than 20 years. Prior to that, he drove truck for Seneca Companies.
Robert was a devoted Catholic and man of great faith. Whether he was hunting, fishing, or camping, Robert loved the outdoors. He also enjoyed tinkering and fixing things.
Robert and wife, Melba, enjoyed their years wintering at Falcon Lake in Zapata, Texas, where they developed many special friendships.
Robert is survived by his children, Sherlyn Jones, Denise (Mark) Mangin, Joel Reeves, Dianna (Dennis) Peatrowsky, and Barb (Jose) Mejia; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his brother, James (Jan) Ahlhelm; as well as a host of other loving family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilhelm and Barbara; wife, Melba; son, William Robert Ahlhelm; as well as 3 sisters and 2 brothers.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 25, 2022, at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery, 1 NE 60th Avenue in Des Moines.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Sherlyn Jones
06/23/2022
Bob and I go way back. As a young girl we rode motorcycles, went to the desert with Mom and the other kids. We shot rifles and practiced on cans. Recently when we talked I would bring up things we all used to do as a family. He enjoyed reminiscing. He would laugh loud. We had some rough spots. Through the goodness of the Lord Jesus Christ I have forgiven him along time ago. We all have to answer to the LORD. May God keep you and Bless you, Bob
Your oldest daughter, Sherlyn
Warren Pitcher
06/20/2022
Diana, Barb & Joel,
I always enjoyed having your Dad stop by the store and we would talk about what he had done for Casey's that day. He knew what I was dealing with and gave me encouragement and two of the best clerks I ever had at the store! Now your Dad is with your Mother as I am sure he missed her these last few years. I can not make it to the funeral Saturday but I will be thinking of you and your families. Your old "boss", Warren Pitcher
Barbara Reynolds
06/19/2022
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Bob when he worked for Seneca. Was a nice guy to know. Remember the good times.