He was born in Racine on July 10, 1919, the son of Fredrick and Edna (nee: Peterson) Lund. He grew up on a farm in Raymond. On August 11, 1944, Robert was united in marriage to Leila France. Bob was a heavy equipment operator for 34 years with James Cape & Sons, retiring in 1983. After retirement he continued to work, including Oakes and Blakies Construction. Until his recent illness, he was still able to operate heavy equipment. He was a member of Operators Engineer Local 139 for 56 years. Bob was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed gardening and cutting grass.
Surviving is his wife of 65 years, Leila; four daughters, Patricia Lund of Dublin, CA, Joyce (Darry) Dahl, Jeanne (Rob) Wilks and Connie (Tom) Dremel all of Franksville; son, Bob (Lori) Lund of Burlington; 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Edith Vogel of Caledonia. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, and his beloved dog, Buffy.
He was preceded in death by his parents; infant sister; and sisters, Vera and Doris.
Please join us in celebrating Bob’s life at Tom and Connie’s home, 2512 65th Dr., Franksville, WI 53126. There will be a time for family and friends to meet on Sunday, August 30, 2009, from 2:30 p.m. until 4 p.m. with a remembrance service at 4 p.m.
Sturino Funeral Home
3014 Northwestern Ave., Racine 262 632-4479
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