Robert Ernest Schoengarth

Robert Schoengarth, age 80, of Neillsville, WI died Thursday, July 17, 2014 at the Neillsville Care and Rehabilitation Center, where he has resided since 2010.Robert Ernest Schoengarth was born on January 12, 1934 in Neillsville, WI the son of Arthur and Edith (Menning) Schoengarth. He worked for several years at Barr Minkery in Willard. On February 25, 1961 he was united in marriage to Evelyn J. Olson at the Upper Pigeon Church in Northfield, WI. They lived in Willard, while Bob worked for Barr's. In 1964, they moved to Neillsville, and Bob began working for the Nelson Muffler Factory. He worked there for over 30 years before retiring.Bob was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Neillsville and served as a communion helper at church for several years. He and Evie loved to go camping, fishing and travelling to Branson, MO.He is survived by his wife, Evelyn, three children, Connie (Brian) Price of La Crosse, WI, Carla (Howie) Hainz of Neillsville, WI and Robert Schoengarth of Brice Praire, WI, three grandchildren, Jennifer Struensee, David Price and Dana Price, one great grandchild, Brody Price and a sister, Delores (Bernard) Walker of Neillsville, WI.He was preceded in death by his Parents, a brother, Merlin and a grandson, Richard.Funeral Services for Bob will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, July 21, 2014 at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Neillsville. Pastor Timothy Biebert will officiate. Music will be provided by Judy Trunkel, organist. Interment will be in the Neillsville City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday at the Gesche Funeral Home and from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., Monday at the church.Casket Bearers are: David Price, Dennis Walker, Donny Walker, Bob Peterson, Ronny Burkhalter and Bill Zank.Online Condolences may be made at www.geschefh.com. The Gesche Funeral Home is assisting Robert's family with Funeral arrangements.Funeral Home:Gesche Funeral Home4 South Grand AvenueNeillsville, WIUS 54456