Robert, also known as Bob, was born on November 21, 1935 in Rockford, Illinois. He went to high school for 3 years in Rockford, then joined the army during the Korean War. He met his wife at a square dance in 1963 and they were married a year later by a Justice of the Peace. They moved to Colbert, WA where Bob spent his last 35 years. He set up a lawn mower repair business and he made many friends over the years. Bob leaves behind his loving wife, Clara May Krischke; grandson, James Brokaw; granddaughter, Desiree Randolph, grandson-in-law, Michael Randolph; great-grandchildren, LaChell and Dartagnan Randolph; his extended family; and many friends that he made over the years. Memorial service will begin at 11:00AM Thursday, October 21, 2010 at Riplinger Funeral Home 4305 N. Division in Spokane,WA.