Robert E. Rottman

Bob was a fine UW rowing teammate and friend back in the ‘60s and remained a friend and for the past 16 years as a Fitchburg neighbor. I’ll always remember him best as one of us very nervous” boys in the boat” as we slid into the starting gate for the frosh race at the National collegiate Rowing Championships back in ‘66 on lake Onandaga, Syracuse NY. I was blessed to know him and will miss being in a world that he occupies now only in our hearts and memories.

I smiled when I read the first paragraph of Bob's obituary which gives examples of how he made things work. He helped me a couple times with my computer issues. What I remember about those sessions is his kindness and calmness. He definitely made things work but also the way he went about "his fixing" educated me and didn't make me feel bad about needing lots of help. I'm sending loving prayers to Barbara and their family, Karen Julesberg

I'm deeply sorry for the loss of your beloved partner. You complemented each other so well. May your precious memories bring you comfort. Bill Walters

We remember Bob as a kind, smart and friendly guy. We saw him at many Friends of the Fitchburg Library events . Jerry and Jeanie Sieling

Bob will greatly missed. He was one of the smartest and knowledgeable people I have known and always was eager to learn more. I enjoyed going with him to Wednesday Night’s at the Lab and his inputs at Fitchburg Senior Men’s meetings. Extending my deepest condolences to the family.