Robert J Ganiere
November 22, 1920 - September 09, 2017
Obituary
MONONA/CAMBRIDGE-Robert J. Ganiere, age 96, of Monona, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, at Home Again Assisted Living in Cambridge. He was born on Nov. 22, 1920, in Milwaukee, the son of Albinus R. Ganiere and Martha (Nero) and Bonus Mom, Alice. Bob graduated from Washington High School in Milwaukee. He served in the U.S. Army, stationed in the Southwest Pacific from Sept. 18, 1942 until Nov. 16, 1945, as a Sergeant in the 339th Engineer Regiment and 442nd Battalion. Bob married Doris E. Hesse on June 1, 1946, at Mt. Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church in Milwaukee. He worked for 40 years at AT&T, Wisconsin Bell Telephone Company, as a linesman retiring as an engineer. Bob sang in Barbershop Chorus, Baritone in Four Clips quartet. He was very active in his church serving on many committees and was past president of the congregation. Bob was a hunter and fisherman and enjoyed camping, skiing, golfing and wood carving. He is survived by his loving wife Doris of 71 years; daughters, Linda (Dick Horton) Schedel, Laura (Kim Wiarda) Bond, Karen (Robert) Pertzborn, Karla (Phil) Peck and Julie (John) Gengler; 26 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Bob was preceded in death by his parents; infant son; and two brothers. Funeral services will be held at MONONA EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 4411 Monona Dr., Monona, on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017, at 11 a.m., with Pastor Thomas Nowak presiding. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park with military rites. Visitation will be held at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorials may be made to Agrace HospiceCare or the Badger Honor Flight. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.comGunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care5203 Monona Drive 608-221-5420
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Visitation
Tue Sep 12, 2017 @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Monona Evangelical Lutheran Church • 4411 Monona Dr., Monona, WI null
Service
Tue Sep 12, 2017 @ 11:00 AM CDT
Monona Evangelical Lutheran Church • 4411 Monona Dr., Monona, WI null
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Timothy Leikip
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Dear Doris, Karla, Laura, Julie, Karen, Linda and extended family: I've so many great memories of a truly amazing man, father-in-law, friend, and fellow-redeemed. May God cheer you all with the sweet hope of a blessed reunion in heaven. Peace and Joy in Christ.
Timm Leikip
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Tom Cantwell, Badger Honor Flight
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The volunteers, flight team and board of Badger Honor Flight mourn the loss of their hero, Robert Ganiere. We are thankful for his military service and proud to have served him on his trip to Washington, D.C. on April 17, 2010.
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Juli O'Leary Hillebrand
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Karla and family, I was saddened to hear of the passing of your husband and father. I have fond memories of being at the Ganiere house visiting with Karla and knowing Bob for many years . As a volunteer of Badger Honor Flight, I am also proud that I was able to have been a part in thanking this great veteran for his service by providing him with the opportunity to show our gratitude for his sacrifice so that we remain free today. God Speed, Bob.