Robert Priebe

Priebe, Robert J. > PRAIRIE DU SAC - Robert J. Priebe Sr., of Prairie du Sac, passed away on Tuesday, June 26, 2007, at the William S. Middleton Veterans Memorial Hospital. Bob was born on Dec. 12, 1926, in Madison, the son of Frederick and Caroline (Endres) Priebe. He was a veteran of World War II, having served with the U.S. Navy aboard the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Lexington. On June 12, 1948, he married Mercedes "Sadie" Walch in Sauk City. Bob retired in 1990 as utility supervisor from Badger Army Ammunition Plant after more than 37 years of service. He was a member of St. Aloysius Catholic Church serving as an usher for many years. He also belonged to the Kuoni-Reuter American Legion Post No. 167 in Sauk Prairie. Bob was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed all sports, especially golf, hunting and fishing. Together with his wife, he delivered Meals on Wheels for 11 years. In addition to Sadie, his wife of 59 years, survivors include his children, Bob "Robert Jr." and Carrie (Paul) Podehl, both of Madison, Jane (Dan) Dederich of Waunakee, and Jim (LeAnn) of Plano, Texas; 10 grandchildren; and a great-grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 115 Madison St., Sauk City at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 29, 2007. Burial with military rites will follow in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 28, 2007, at the HOOVERSON FUNERAL HOME, 251 Water St., Sauk City and also on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Bob will be remembered by his family and friends for his sense of humor and generosity and was deeply loved. He will be missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin, 280 Regency Court, Suite 100, Brookfield, WI 53045-6165. Gunderson West Funeral and Cremation Centers 7435 University Ave. (608) 831-6761 www.gundersonfh.com