Robert J. "Bob" Widmer, Jr.

MADISON - Robert J. “Bob” Widmer, age 95, of Madison, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, at Oakwood Hebron Oaks. He was born on Dec. 1, 1925, in Racine, Wis., the son of Robert and Mildred "Wink" (Van Wie) Widmer. In 1938, Bob moved to Madison with his parents and sister, Nancy. Robert graduated from Madison East Side High School in 1944. Bob entered the military and received basic training at Camp Hood, Texas, Fort Ord, Calif., and served overseas with Headquarters Company of the 6th Army in the Philippines. Bob graduated from UW-Madison in 1949 earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Art Education. Bob was employed in newspaper and magazine layout and package design in the Midwest and concluded working at Art Director’s Services, Inc., as an account executive. He returned to Madison in 1986. Robert was a member of Luther Memorial Church. He enjoyed traveling and watching old movies. Robert is survived by many wonderful relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Nancy. A memorial service will be held at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 7435 University Ave., Middleton, at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, with the Rev. Brad Pohlman presiding. Interment will be private at Sunset Memory Gardens. Memorials may be gifted in Robert’s name to Luther Memorial Church or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson West Funeral & Cremation Care 7435 University Ave. (608) 831-6761