Obituary
Robert L. Happel
Robert L. (Bob) Happel, 78, of Holmen, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Saturday November 1, 2014, after a short battle with cancer.
He was born October 17, 1936 and graduated from Central High School LaCrosse, WI, in 1954. On May 4, 1956, he married Marlene Kolbo.
In addition to farming, Bob started Holmen Pumping Service in 1980, and was owner/operator until his retirement in 2002.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Marlene; and 4 sons: Dave (Patti), Mike (Mary), John (Lisa), and Bill (Kay). He is further survived by, 11 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
In accordance with Bob’s wishes, there will be no formal services.
by Kristine (Laxton) Larkin November 15, 2012 – 10:00 amKaren, Rhonda and Sandy,I will always have fond miremoes of spending time with you and Ronnie. All the sleep overs and pizza and ice cream at Happy Joes. Oh the good ole days!!! Ronnie was always good to us kids. Hold onto the miremoes and keep him close in your heart.With all my sympathy,Kristine (Laxton )Larkin and family