Robert Michael Boehlen

Boehlen, Robert M.
“Bob, Pops or Papa”

Age 60, celebrated his birth into eternal life on Thursday, May 23, 2002, after a lengthy experience with cancer. This amazing father, husband, son, brother and friend died at Cherry Meadows Hospice facility surrounded by the love of his wife and family. Bob was born March 23, 1942 in Hartford, Wisconsin. Bob was in the Army during the Berlin crisis. Wisconsin Electric employed Bob for the past 39 years. He was an ordained deacon and youth leader at St. Pius Church for many years. His many interests included his family, camping, hiking, drawing, biking, traveling, Native American culture, buffalo, and playing with his 6 delightful grandchildren.

Bob will forever live in the hearts of his wife, Penny; his son, Bob Boehlen and wife, Becky; his daughter, Christine Boehlen and fiance, Mike; daughter, Angel Edler and husband, Dave; and daughter Christy Milheiser; his grandchildren: Kayla Boehlen, Kiara Milheiser, D.J. Edler, Annie Edler, Cassidy Edler and Kaleigh Milheiser. Also his mother, Mary Boehlen; sister, Kathy Koch and husband, Gene; brothers: Dick Boehlen and wife, Susie; John Boehlen and wife, Debbie; and Jim Boehlen. Many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and wonderful friends also survive him. Bob was preceded in death by his first wife, Judy, and his father, Michael.

Bob’s fun-loving example of life will live on in each and every one of our hearts, as we all have been touched in a unique and special way.

The memorial service will be held at 3:30 PM on Monday May 27, 2002 at St. John United Church of Christ, 1130 West Marquette Street, Appleton with Rev. Tom L. Fritz officiating. Visitation will begin at 2:30 PM on Monday at Church. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established.

The family would like to extend our sincere appreciation for the employees of The Arc of Outagamie County for their constant support. Thanks also to Dr. L. Donatelle, Dr. T. Wascher, David Bond, Dr. T. Reinke, Dr. A. Bar-Lev and all nurses, volunteers and assistants for your encouragement and concern. And deep gratitude goes to the nurses and staff of Cherry Meadows Hospice facility for their kind and caring attention.

“Remember Me”
To the living I am gone, and to the sad I will never return.
To the happy I am at peace, and to the angry I was cheated.
But to the faithful I have never left. I cannot speak, but I can listen…
I cannot be seen, but my presence can be felt.
I can no longer lead but I can walk beside you.
So as you stand gazing at a beautiful sunset or the moon in its endless sky,
Remember Me.
As you look in wonder at a mighty oak tree or listen to the song of a bird,
Remember Me.
Remember me in your heart, your thoughts, and in your memories.
Remember the times we loved and the times we fought…
the times we laughed and the times we cried…
the times we teased and the times we shared.
For if you think of me, I will not have died.
I have only gone with Jesus.

WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME
537 North Superior Street
Appleton 739-1231
www.wichmannfuneralhomes.com