In loving memory of

Robert "Bob" Sikora
September 26, 1947 - October 8, 2016

Robert "Bob" Sikora, of Antigo, died Saturday, October 8, 2016 at Aspirus Langlade Hospital. He was 69 years old. He was born on September 26, 1947 in Antigo, a son of the late Frank and Eleanor (Stolzman) Sikora.

He attended St. Hyacinth Grade School and was a graduate of Antigo High School.

Bob served in the United States Army from April 27, 1967 to April 8, 1969.

Bob owned and operated Sikora's Fruit Market, a family business that was established by his parents in 1955. He donated to many area churches, day cares and schools.

Survivors include a brother, Michael (Ellen) Sikora of Green Bay; a sister, Judy (Keith) Buettner of Shawano; nieces and nephews, Eric Sikora, Erin (Christi) Sikora, Allen Fleischman, Tracy (Deanne Wienandt) Fleischman, Lukas (Sarah) Buettner and Sara (Scott) Steinke; great-nieces and nephews; and aunts and uncles.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Rosalie Fleischman.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Bradley Funeral Home with Rev. David Schmidt officiating. Visitation will be 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Antigo Veterans will conduct military honors at the funeral home immediately following the service.

A special thank you to Kim, Katie, Jeanette and Jeff and also to remember aunt Helen and uncle Jim Seis for helping Bob throughout the years

Tributes

Kristie Gardner (Kris from Smitty's) wrote on Nov 10, 2016:

"For the family of Bob, my deepest sympathy. I actually go back to the days when I was in high school and Frank sold veggies/fruit to the restaurant I worked at, Gus & Ann's in Wittenberg in the 1970's. Then when I moved to Antigo, I got to know Bob in the 80's and 90's from Smitty's bar. I was Kris Smith, married to Smitty back then and Bob was one of our bouncers. He was the best. He was as Marty said, a very caring, friendly, kind, nice man. (Well put Marty.) As he was. We could always count on him and he knew how to handle anyone getting out of line. He was a dear friend and I too cried when I heard of his passing. I moved back to Las Vegas in 1999, and I did stop in a few times at the fruit market when visiting Antigo and it was always a pleasure to get a big hug from him. I will miss him. I miss many people from my tavern days...but thankful for the fun memories we have. RIP my dear friend. Guard the gates of heaven, hope I get to see you again someday....Kristie Gardner (AKA: Kris from Smitty's)"

Marty H. wrote on Nov 5, 2016:

"To The Robert "Bob" Sikora, Family/Loved Ones. I would like to offer Bob's, Immediate Family/Loved Ones My Very Sincere Condolences & Deepest Sympathies during this time of grief, hurt, loss, pain, sadness, sorrow & suffering in your lives. I was very fortunate & lucky enough to have know Bob, & have him as a very dear & special friend in my life over the many years that we both lived in the Antigo, WI. Area. Bob, was a very caring, friendly, kind, nice, polite, thoughtful, understanding & warmhearted individual & guy/man & he will be missed by the many many close,dear & special friends that he had & made throughout his entire life in the Antigo, WI. & Langlade County Area. When I read & heard of Bob's, passing tears filled my eyes & began falling down my cheeks & face. God Bless The Entire Bob Sikora, Family/Loved Ones Always. (R.I.P. Bob, I'll Miss You My Smitty's Bar/Tavern Friend.) "

Kaye Miller-Marshall wrote on Oct 12, 2016:

"My deepest sympathies to his family. Bob was a great guy and will be missed by many. I loved stopping at the fruit market when I was in town. Praying for his family and friends."

Sandy Grall Ziesemer wrote on Oct 10, 2016:

"We shared some fun times many years ago. Even tho we haven't seen each other for a long time, I remember him as such a gentle person. My sympathy to his family. "

Pat Bierdemann wrote on Oct 10, 2016:

"So sorry to see Bob has passed away...may God comfort his family and friends. "

John Collins wrote on Oct 9, 2016:

"Bob was always a friend ."

Christine Ballewske wrote on Oct 9, 2016:

"So sorry for your loss! Always liked Bob, he was a good guy!!"

Debra Lindemann wrote on Oct 9, 2016:

"I Knew Bob for many years he will be missed"

Kat Jensen wrote on Oct 9, 2016:

"To the family of Bob Sikora; our most deepest heart felt sympathies; He will be missed; Hugs to everyone ~ The Jensen's Steve, Kat, Amanda and Jack "

Kate vande Hey wrote on Oct 8, 2016:

"So very sorry for your loss Bob was a friend to all he was a big brother I'll never forget him R.I.P Bobbyð?'-ð?'-ð?'-"