Visitation
Krause Funeral Home New Berlin
12401 West National Avenue
New Berlin, WI 53151
Tuesday 9/1,
4:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Service
Krause Funeral Home New Berlin
12401 West National Avenue
New Berlin, WI 53151
Tuesday 9/1,
7:00 pm
Memorial
In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to the Door County Land Trust or the Sunset Playhouse.
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Departed this life on Sunday, August 23, 2020, age 77. Beloved husband of MaryAnn for 44 years. Devoted dad of Ricky (Cathy) Dude, Dr. Annie (Dr. Michael Abern) Dude, and Dr. Carolynn (Marco Rathjen) Dude. Proud grandpa of Ricky (Leia Morris) Jr. Dude and Danielle Dude, Lena, Remment, Max Rathjen, Violet, and Willow Abern. FondContinue Reading
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Violet Abern
left a message on December 20, 2022:
Dear grandpa: i miss you a lot. I miss you more than words, then feelings, than the whole world. I wish we had more time. I wish i didn't blame myself for everything that happened. I wish i didn't ignore that you were getting sick. I'm sorry. I love you.
- Violet
Jim Haag
left a message on September 1, 2020:
About 15 (or more?) years ago, along with Buddy Hauswirth and Glenn Dethloff, we were playing golf with Bob in Milwaukee. We had a BIG!!! bet, and Bob ended up winning $2. He was so excited, that he treated the three of us to dinner that night to the tune of several hundred dollars, so he could brag about his great day on the golf course.
Bob was generous to a fault. I have a hard time remembering if he ever let me pay for a dinner. And there were many.
He treated his friends very well, including jobs, and advice.
I'm glad I got to see him last fall for a short visit, and our last phone call a couple of weeks ago.
Mary Keysor
left a message on September 1, 2020:
Bob was a special person with a big heart always ready to help. John and I were
fortunate to spend time with Bob at our 50th and again when he and his guy friends visited Maine.
He will be missed. Mary Ann our thoughts and prayers go to you and your family.
Naomi Brown Williams
left a message on September 1, 2020:
I wish you all comfort during this difficult time. He was a remarkable man.
Sharon McBroom
left a message on September 1, 2020:
My sincere condolences to the Dude family. his brother Jeff is a dear friend of mine and my heart goes out to him and the family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Leif Salvesen
left a message on August 30, 2020:
I first met Bob in 1967 when we were stationed at the Naval Facility at Big Sur, CA. We remained dear friends ever since. I feel fortunate to have had such a loyal and true friend. Bob was as quick as he was clever, a man of firm beliefs over a wide variety of subjects. We found common ground in our hopes for Wisconsin’s sports teams and our forlorn prospect for sound governance, locally and in Washington.
Bob was proud of his alma mater, Lawrence University. Annie and Carolynn made him prouder still when they both also graduated from Lawrence. Bob and Mary Ann loved to travel---broadening and brightening already expansive and exceptional minds. At their Door County “cottage” they found peace and a quiet place to recharge their batteries.
He was as generous with his time and resources as he was with his opinions. Bob was one of a kind, I’m afraid we shall not know his like again, and we all shall the poorer for it. Time now for Bob to reunite with his dear departed and long-time Greendale running-mate, Buddy. A reunion only Heaven can arrange.
Corrine (O'Bara) Wichman
left a message on August 30, 2020:
Sorry to hear the sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Harry and Maureen Genett
left a message on August 30, 2020:
Goodbye to a longtime friend. We have lots of fond memories of times gone by. MaryAnn, you and the family, will be in our thoughts and our prayers. Bob was a good guy who will be missed by many!! Hugs!! Maureen and Harry
Bill Gutknecht
left a message on August 30, 2020:
Bob was a good friend. Though we were together only a few times since high school, I will miss him He worked hard and had what I consider a successful life. He inspired me to do my best. My condolences to his family, Bob - be well with God.
Gerald G Millard
left a message on August 30, 2020:
God speed Bob, your presence will be missed by all. Gerry
Judy Lex
left a message on August 30, 2020:
To Maryann and family,
Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Saw Bob at our classmates lunches.
Sincerely, Judy Grant Lex
Paul Eilbes
left a message on August 30, 2020:
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I have many fond memories of times together at the Milwaukee Civil War Round Table. Thoughts and prayers to Mary Ann and the family.
Frank Windt
left a message on August 27, 2020:
Mary Ann and Family, So sorry to hear the news about Bob, keeping you all in my prayers and thoughts. I have so many great memories working with Bob at Family Health Systems. I will see you next week Tuesday. All the best under these times and please take care and stay safe. Frank Windt
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Violet Abern
left a message on December 20, 2022:
Dear grandpa: i miss you a lot. I miss you more than words, then feelings, than the whole world. I wish we had more time. I wish i didn't blame myself for everything that happened. I wish i didn't ignore that you were getting sick. I'm sorry. I love you.
- Violet
Jim Haag
left a message on September 1, 2020:
About 15 (or more?) years ago, along with Buddy Hauswirth and Glenn Dethloff, we were playing golf with Bob in Milwaukee. We had a BIG!!! bet, and Bob ended up winning $2. He was so excited, that he treated the three of us to dinner that night to the tune of several hundred dollars, so he could brag about his great day on the golf course.
Bob was generous to a fault. I have a hard time remembering if he ever let me pay for a dinner. And there were many.
He treated his friends very well, including jobs, and advice.
I'm glad I got to see him last fall for a short visit, and our last phone call a couple of weeks ago.
Mary Keysor
left a message on September 1, 2020:
Bob was a special person with a big heart always ready to help. John and I were
fortunate to spend time with Bob at our 50th and again when he and his guy friends visited Maine.
He will be missed. Mary Ann our thoughts and prayers go to you and your family.
Naomi Brown Williams
left a message on September 1, 2020:
I wish you all comfort during this difficult time. He was a remarkable man.
Sharon McBroom
left a message on September 1, 2020:
My sincere condolences to the Dude family. his brother Jeff is a dear friend of mine and my heart goes out to him and the family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Leif Salvesen
left a message on August 30, 2020:
I first met Bob in 1967 when we were stationed at the Naval Facility at Big Sur, CA. We remained dear friends ever since. I feel fortunate to have had such a loyal and true friend. Bob was as quick as he was clever, a man of firm beliefs over a wide variety of subjects. We found common ground in our hopes for Wisconsin’s sports teams and our forlorn prospect for sound governance, locally and in Washington.
Bob was proud of his alma mater, Lawrence University. Annie and Carolynn made him prouder still when they both also graduated from Lawrence. Bob and Mary Ann loved to travel---broadening and brightening already expansive and exceptional minds. At their Door County “cottage” they found peace and a quiet place to recharge their batteries.
He was as generous with his time and resources as he was with his opinions. Bob was one of a kind, I’m afraid we shall not know his like again, and we all shall the poorer for it. Time now for Bob to reunite with his dear departed and long-time Greendale running-mate, Buddy. A reunion only Heaven can arrange.
Corrine (O'Bara) Wichman
left a message on August 30, 2020:
Sorry to hear the sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Harry and Maureen Genett
left a message on August 30, 2020:
Goodbye to a longtime friend. We have lots of fond memories of times gone by. MaryAnn, you and the family, will be in our thoughts and our prayers. Bob was a good guy who will be missed by many!! Hugs!! Maureen and Harry
Bill Gutknecht
left a message on August 30, 2020:
Bob was a good friend. Though we were together only a few times since high school, I will miss him He worked hard and had what I consider a successful life. He inspired me to do my best. My condolences to his family, Bob - be well with God.
Gerald G Millard
left a message on August 30, 2020:
God speed Bob, your presence will be missed by all. Gerry
Judy Lex
left a message on August 30, 2020:
To Maryann and family,
Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Saw Bob at our classmates lunches.
Sincerely, Judy Grant Lex
Paul Eilbes
left a message on August 30, 2020:
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I have many fond memories of times together at the Milwaukee Civil War Round Table. Thoughts and prayers to Mary Ann and the family.
Frank Windt
left a message on August 27, 2020:
Mary Ann and Family, So sorry to hear the news about Bob, keeping you all in my prayers and thoughts. I have so many great memories working with Bob at Family Health Systems. I will see you next week Tuesday. All the best under these times and please take care and stay safe. Frank Windt
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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