MADISON- Robert J. “Bob” Gamer, age 77, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023, with his family and cat, Enzo, by his side. He was born on June 21, 1945, in Madison, the son of Roy and Frances (Muetz) Gamer.

He graduated from East High School in 1963, and soon after enlisted in the U.S. Army National Guard of Wisconsin. He retired at age 61, from Demco in DeForest, after 41 years.

Robert married Forrelyn Downie on July 17, 1965, becoming known as "Bob and Bunny" or "Bunny and Bob." They shared 57 years of marriage living in both Madison and DeForest, and they had three children.

Known as a proud Minnesota Vikings fan and often called "Viking Bob"- he enjoyed coin collecting, old cars, watching sports, the casino, scratching lottery tickets, puzzles, and spending time with his family!

Robert is survived by his wife, Forrelyn; daughter, Dorene Gamer; sons, Darrin (Jin) Gamer and Chad (Jamie) Gamer; five grandchildren, Tyler, Courtney, Jake, Haydn and Alia; and twin great-granddaughters, Ida Mae and Vivian. He is further survived by sister, Bonnie Minter; brothers, Ron (Pat) Gamer and Larry (Sharon) Gamer; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Beverly Manning; and brother, Richard Gamer Sr.

In lieu of a memorial service, a Celebration of Life will take place at OAKSTONE, 304 Commerce Parkway, Cottage Grove, from 1 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 19, 2023. Family and friends are invited to share in Bob's memory.

A special thank you to all of Bob's care team at UW Carbone Cancer Center, and Agrace HospiceCare.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420

Robert James Gamer

June 21, 1945 - January 25, 2023

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