Ron & Karleen Derfus – Posted On: January 8, 2026

Connie & Family My heart hurts for all of you!
Our thoughts & prayers go with you. Hope all your great memories give you peace.

Betsy Francoeur Stoughton, WI – Posted On: January 8, 2026

Whenever I think of Bob, I immediately picture his smile. He always had a big, genuine smile on his face - even while he was talking. He gave good hugs, too. I first met Bob while I was Alice in Dairyland back in 2004. I had the pleasure of doing multiple radio interviews with him and seeing him at various events. Seeing him at the Alice selection each year was always a highlight. He remembered every Alice he worked with and was so good at putting people at ease during interviews. He had a vitality and energy about him that lifted the mood of everyone around him. Miss you, Bob.

Daniel Halpin Loyal – Posted On: January 7, 2026

I am so sorry to hear the passing of Bob, he was my Neighbor years back, was a great friend, he had a great smile. He will always be missed.

Suzanne Fravert Loyal – Posted On: January 7, 2026

So sorry to hear the passing of Bob ! He was a great announcer, a warm friendly person. My prayers and hugs to all the families. RIP 'BOB' !

Ray/ Donna Morrison Loyal .Wi. – Posted On: January 7, 2026

So sorry for your loss, he will be greatly missed. Ray/Donna Morrison.

Larry Lee Wisconsin Rapids, WI – Posted On: January 6, 2026

Bob was not only a great farm broadcaster but a friend. He was fun to be around and great to work with. I remember back when I worked in Amery and we were struggling with old technology to run his Daybreak program on the Goetz Network (before the Internet!). Bob knew everybody. After Bob left his position at Brownfield Ag News and I was chosen to take his old spot, I remember catching up with him at an event and picking his brain for contacts, ideas, advice, etc. along with hearing some great stories. I told him "It's hard to fill your shoes, Bob." He laughed and said, "Just wear your own shoes. That's all you have to do." Great advice. Another great memory was when Clark County hosted Farm Technology Days and Bob was part of the hosting committee. Whenever someone was on the walkie talkies with a crisis and couldn't find the supervisor, we would hear, "Where's Bob?" Bob could solve the problem. A few of us at the media tent were joking that we should wear tee shirts with "Where's Bob?" on the front. Now, we know Bob is in a better place.