Robert R. Chlebowski

February 5, 1928 - May 19, 2013

Robert R. “Bob” Chlebowski, age 85, of Beaver Dam died Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Golden Living Continental Manor in Randolph where he had been a resident the past two months.

Visitation for Bob will be at St. Katharine Drexel Church, 511 South Spring Street in Beaver Dam, on Thursday, May 23, 2013 from 9:30 AM to 11:15 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at church on Thursday at 11:30 AM with Fr. Tom Perrin, SDS officiating. Burial will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery.

Bob was born on February 5, 1928 in Green Bay, the son of Harry and Mary (Waskowiak) Chlebowski. He grew up on a dairy farm outside of Pulaski. He graduated from Pulaski High School in 1946 where he lettered in baseball, basketball and football. Bob loved being outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening throughout his life. He spent two years in the Army after high school.

On November 23, 1950, he was united in marriage with Therese “Terry” Mazanec in Antigo. Bob worked in sales for various companies before attending college. He completed a four year degree in three years by attending year round, graduating from Dodge County Teacher”s College in Mayville, then UW-Oshkosh, while working nights and weekends at a gas station and raising five children! He later went on to complete two Master”s Degrees from UW-Oshkosh.

Bob was well-known for his wit and sense of humor. He enjoyed telling people that he “spent 27 years in the fifth grade”, referring to his teaching career at Trenton Elementary School in rural Beaver Dam. He was a member of the Beaver Dam Education Association, Wisconsin Education Association, and the National Education Association. He was an active member of St. Patrick Catholic Church for many years, serving as usher, CCD instructor, and Boy Scout Leader. He served on the board of the Dodge County Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation.

Survivors include four of his children, R. Daniel (Alice Reuter) Chlebowski of Beaver Dam, Michael (Patricia) Chlebowski of Deerbrook, Mary (Jack) Hobbs of Fond du Lac, Karen (Bob) Lightly of Belleville, and a daughter-in-law, Stephanie Chlebowski of Snohomish, WA; six grandchildren; two step grandchildren; five great grandchildren; one step great grandchild; his brothers, Jerry (Betty) Chlebowski of Madison and Don Clayton of Marietta, GA; his sister, Carol Miller of New Franken; sister-in-law, Jeanne Chlebowski of Lake St. Louis, MO; brother-in-law, Ralph Kurowski of Green Bay; nieces, nephews, Terry”s extensive family, and many friends. Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Terry; his and Terry”s parents; his son Steven in 1961; his son Patrick on May 1, 2013; his sister, Eleanor Kurowski; his brother, Harry Chlebowski; and four brothers-in-law.

The family offers a special THANK YOU to the Angels on Earth Homecare agency for their excellent care of Bob, especially Angel Kelly Aschenbrenner, his neighbors, Rich and Jill Lila and Matt Strack, and his Friday Morning Consultants Group for their continued support throughout Bob”s illness.

The family suggests that memorials be made in Bob”s name to the Arthritis Foundation, the American Diabetes Association, or the American Heart Association.

The Murray Funeral Home, 131 East Maple Avenue in Beaver Dam, is caring for the family. To leave condolences, for directions, or for other information, please visit our website at www.MurrayFH.com.

Visitation Details

Thursday, May 23rd, 2013, 9:30am – 11:30am, St. Katharine Drexel Spring St. Church-Beaver Dam

Service Details

Thursday, May 23rd, 2013, 11:30am, St. Katharine Drexel Spring St. Church-Beaver Dam

Interment Details

St. Patrick’s Cemetery-Beaver Dam

Robert R. “Bob” Chlebowski, age 85, of Beaver Dam died Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Golden Living Continental Manor in Randolph where he had been a resident the past two months. Visitation for Bob will be at St. Katharine Drexel Church, 511 South Spring Street in Beaver Dam, on Thursday, May 23, 2013 from 9:30Continue Reading

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Mr. C was the greatest teacher I ever had. He made learning fun, and was always full of stories. After I left Trenton...... I stopped by at times to visit till my family moved to AK. What a great man, and to me a friend as well !!!

George,
I became aware of Janet's serious health challenge about 2 months ago.
I began to pray for her and your family at that time and continue to pray for you in your loss.
May GOD bless you with his love and consoling light.
Jim & Bunny Gitter

Dave & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With Deepest Sympathy, Your Friends at Ahern

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Our sympathies go out to Bob''s family; I know you''re going to miss Bob, as all who knew him will. We first met "Clubby" at Dodge County Teachers College. He seemed old to us (he was about 35); but his smile and wit made him an endearing father figure to all who knew him there. I then had the opportunity to meet Bob again when I began teaching 5th grade in Beaver Dam. Our grade level meetings, what with Frank Dykstra and John Rabata at the same meetings, often turned into a laugh fest. As Bob aged, he never seemed to grow older. That elvish smile and twinkling eyes seemed to keep him young forever. There''ll never be another guy quite like "Clubby".... Phil & Joy Buteyn Madison

Our deepest sympathy to the Chlebowski Family. We were able to meet Bob through our daughter Jennifer who married Jack and Mary Hobbs'' son David. It was a great pleasure to have know him for if only for a short time. Our blessings and prayers to all of you.

Dear Dan, Mike, Mary and Karen, My condolences on the death of your Dad. I have fond childhood memories of lots of play and interaction between our homes on North Center Street. May God be with all of you during this difficult time. Ann

I am so glad that Uncle Bob is no longer suffering. I extend my sympathies to Dan,Mike,and MarySue and Karen. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time. love cousin Peggy

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.