Robert "Bob" John Meyer, age 75, a resident of Grantsburg, WI passed away on August 21, 2022 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN.

Bob was born on July 2, 1947 in Frederic, WI to parents Willard and Dorothy (Williams) Meyer.

After graduating, Bob began his military career in the National Guard then transferred to the U.S. Marine Corps in 1968 until 1972(serving two tours in Vietnam). He finished his military career serving in the National Guard Reserves until honorably discharged.

Bob had several professions before going into business with his brother Jim Meyer. Together they owned and operated Jim-Bob Builders for many years. Bob was very active in his community. He served on the village board and was a member of the Grantsburg American Legion.

Bob married the love of his life Jeanne Johnson on March 23, 1974 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Grantsburg. Their family was made complete with the birth of their two daughters Bobbi Jean and Lynsey Louise.

Bob was very smart and was more than willing to share his knowledge with anyone. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling and reading, but most of all he loved spending his time with his family.

Bob is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Duane; brothers-in-law, Wayne Ulick and Allen Benson; sisters-in-law, Donna Meyer and Collette Meyer; niece, Jennifer Meyer; and nephews, Steve Coy and Chris Coy.

He will be greatly missed by his wife of 48 years, Jeanne; children, Bobbi Melvin and Lynsey (Mike) Peterson; grandchildren, Cole, Bailey, Jack, Caleb, Carson, Ellie and Lily; brothers, Gary Meyer, Rodney (Patty) Meyer, Harley (Patty) Meyer, Jim (Ginni) Meyer, David Meyer, Mike (Sheila) Meyer; sister, Barb Benson; sister in laws, Kay Ulick and Beth Meyer; brother in law, Donovan (Viva) Johnson; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A memorial service will take place on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 11:00 AM (visitation from 10-11 AM) at Faith Lutheran Church in Grantsburg, WI with Pastor John Addison officiating.

Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster.

Last Update: Aug 25, 2022 2:54 pm CDT