In loving memory of

Robert George Hannes
June 2, 1918 - January 25, 2011

Funeral services for Robert George Hannes, Sr., 92, of Tipton who died January 25, 2011 at Cedar Manor Nursing Home will be held Saturday, January 29, 2011, 11:00 AM, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Tipton with Father David Hitch officiating. Mary Barnum will be organist with Daniel Hannes and Jane Osborn as vocalists. There will be an hour visitation from 10-11 am prior to the service. Burial will be at Inland Cemetery, Bennett. Casket Bearers are Lyle Hannes, Rusty Hocker, Charles Sorrowfree, Michael Hannes, Daniel Hannes, Terry Stotler, Scott Hocker, and Ricky Hannes.

Robert was the son of George and Rose Keock Hannes, born June 2, 1918, in Oshkosh, WI. He was a graduate of Oshkosh High School and a graduate of Stout State Teachers College in Menomonee, WI. Robert served in the United States Army. He taught Science, Industrial Arts and was a track coach.

On October 1, 1940, Robert was united in marriage to Mary Magdaline Kuklinski in Oshkosh, WI. Robert enjoyed boxing and was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Bennett American Legion for 53 years as well as past commander, Bennett Fireman, Bennett Volunteer Fire Department, Tipton Moose, Tipton VFW and a bowling league.

Robert is survived by his daughter, Mary Ellen Hocker of Rock Island, IL; sons, Robert, Jr. (Dixie) Hannes of Wilton, IA, Jeffrey (Martha) Hannes of Clinton, MO; daughter-in-law, Lin Hannes of Tipton, IA; 15 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren, 7 great-great-grandchildren; and sister, Mae Kroll of Oshkosh, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Mary; son, Dan; brother, Walter; son-in-law, Roscoe

Tributes

Dale Regennitter wrote on Nov 8, 2011:

"This is way late but I don't check the Fry website often. I remember your parents running the hotel and what a greaat cook your Mom was. When your Dad was thru with the school day he came home and helped with the hotel God bless you all!"

Eva Sorrowfree wrote on Oct 12, 2011:

"I miss feeding chippies with my "Grape". You will forever be missed by me :)"

Gary W. Smith wrote on Jun 20, 2011:

"TO the Hannes family- Your dad touched so many lives in a positive way. He was such a nice man. His teaching of shop skills helped me to gain a career in manufacturing and, ultimately, retire from John Deere. He also taught me common sense lessons that I will carry for the rest of my life. I can see Bob and my dad Hap playing softball in heaven. I hope they have a keg chilling for after the game."

Jerry & Susan Bolton wrote on Feb 1, 2011:

"Bob and Mary were great people. Working across the hall, in the basement of Bennett school, I had the opportunity to share our humble facilities for my Ag students with Bob's Industrial arts students. He was always willing to share tool, equipment and, most importantly, good advice to a rookie teacher back in 1972. "

Diane Feuss wrote on Jan 29, 2011:

"To the Hannes Family I knew "Pops" thru Dan and Lin and family and he was a wonderful man. I wish I could be there to extend my sympathies to each of you in person but I had committed to teaching a cpr class on Saturday. I want you all to know my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of your loss. Prayers to you all! Take Care!"

Vic Bjork wrote on Jan 28, 2011:

"I want to express my sincere condolences in learning of the passing of Robert Hannes. He was a good man and friend while we taught together in the Bennett Community School District from 1968 1980 when I left. I seldom had a chance to visit after he retired, but both Bob and Mary were gracious hosts. It is sad to realize how quickly time passes we we are reminded in this manner. To all the remaining family: May God lift you up and give you peace and you remember how fortunate you were to have had this man in your life. Sincerely, Vic Bjork"

joseph and raynell kubatska wrote on Jan 27, 2011:

" dear hannes family, we are marie and john kubatska son joseph and wife raynell. we have many found memories of Bob and Mary visiting with joes parents. Your hekp with our wedding was wonderful. The food was great. We visited with them many times in there home with John and Marie. These were always enjoyable occasions. We extend our sincere sympathy to the members of the hannes faimly "

Kevin and Pam (Bohnsack) Hartwig wrote on Jan 27, 2011:

"To the family of Mr Hannes. We both had Mr. Hannes (or Bud as kids fondly called him) as a teacher in Bennett. We have saved and cherished the many projects made in his class. We were saddened to learn of his passing. "