Robert Brugioni

Robert Brugioni, 88, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026.

He was born August 9, 1937 in Des Moines, Iowa to his parents Angelo and Amelia Brugioni. Bob was also in the United States Navy and then worked at Camp Dodge as a painter for many years.

Bob enjoyed fishing, camping, gardening, and gambling. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family. Bob will be deeply missed by those that loved him.

He is survived by his wife, Betty; children, Robert Allen Brugioni, Wendella Ann (Scott) Johnson, Carleen Champlin, and Danny (Chandra Kraft) Miller, Sr; nine grandchildren, six great grandchildren; siblings, Mary Jean Locke, Laura Rose Benjamin, Angelina Alexander, and Joe (Vicki) Brugioni.

Robert was preceded in death by his children, Elisabeth Ann Brugioni, Rodney James Brugioni, and Dawn Ann Perry; parents, Angelo and Amelia Brugioni; and siblings, Richard Brugioni, Pete Brugioni, Carl Brugioni, Tony Brugioni, and Rico Brugioni.

Family will greet friends Saturday April 4, 2026 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Fraternal Order of Eagles, 6567 Bloomfield Road in Des Moines. Family and friends are welcome to come for food and a time of sharing of memories.

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