In loving memory of

Robert L. Hare
November 21, 1953 - July 10, 2008



His Legacy….Robert L. “Bob” Hare age 54 of Maquoketa Iowa died on Thursday morning July 102008.0 at his home in Maquoketa Iowa. Robert L. “Bob” Hare was born on November 21 1953 in Maquoketa Iowa to John L. Hare and Rose L. (Thompson) Hare. He received his education from  Maquoketa Community School’s and had attended Clinton Community College. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. In 1994 he met his future wife Linda S. Miller. They were married on July 11 2003 in Ft. Gay West Virginia.  In “Bob’s” early years he had worked at the Green Mill Café in Maquoketa. He then owned and operated Robert L. Hare Construction in Maquoketa for many years and had also owned Odds & Ends in Maquoketa for 3 years. “Bob” was a member of the First Baptist Church in Maquoketa and was a lifetime member of the Maquoketa American Legion Post #75. He was a former member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa and the Knights of Columbus. “Bob” enjoyed playing his guitar everyday fishing- especially for catfish golfing dancing and spending time with his grandchildren.


His Family….“Bob” is survived by:  his wife- Linda S. Hare of Maquoketa IA; children- Becky (Tim) Hare of Slater IA Ben Hare of Maquoketa IA & Bobbi Jo (Brandon) Gannon of Maquoketa IA; step-children- Naomi (Eric) Kueter of Bellevue IA Joshua Brunson of Dubuque IA & Jason (Becky) Brunson of Naples FL; his mother- Rose L. Hare of Maquoketa IA; brothers- Claude (Jean) Hare of Union City MI John (Barb) Hare of Maquoketa IA Bill (Sue) Hare of Maquoketa IA & Tom (Dawn) Hare of Maquoketa IA; sisters- Sue McAfee of Maquoketa IA & Gay (Dennis) Storlie of Maquoketa IA; & 10 grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his father & a sister- Lois Houston.


His Farewell….A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at 10 A.M. Monday July 142008.0 from the First Baptist Church in Maquoketa Iowa. Burial will be in the Buckhorn Cemetery rural Maquoketa Iowa where full military rites will be conducted. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Robert L. “Bob” Hare Memorial Fund. Envelopes will be available at the First Baptist Church in Maquoketa where Bob’s family will receive friends on Sunday July 132008.0 from 2 to 5 P.M. The Carson & Son Funeral And Cremation Services in Maquoketa is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign Bob’s guestbook at www.carsonandson.com.


Tributes

Lura Daniels wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"Sue and familyEveryone here in the kitchen extends their sympathies to you and your family."

Marilyn And Dennis Bowling wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"Gaywe are so sorry to hear of your loss of your brother.We really only knew you and Bob;but seemed in school;where one was;the other was not very far away.I am sure he will sadly be missed by all and the loss extra hard for you.Try your best to keep your spirits up an we'll say a extra prayers for all of you.It sure seems that there are more of us and on agelosing their life then the older oldsthat are still here;makes one wonder just what God has in mind for us to deal with that others have not.Again our prayers to your whole family.Marilyn and Denny Bowling"

TED & ROSE PRINDLE wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"We know that Bob well be missed. Our thoughts are with the Family."

Sharlene (Jaeger/Watters) Walker wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"My condolenses to the families.... I'm sorry for your loss. Gay was a friend of mine from high school and I knew the family thru Gay. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you."

Buddy & Myrna Olson wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

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John& Judy Stein wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"Please accept our sympathy in the loss of Bob.John & Judy"

Sheryl Wiggins wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"LindaPlease accept my condolences for your loss. You both have been wonderful neighbors to my parents through the years and I know that Walnut Street will be a bit less bright without Bob's light shining through.Take care-Sheryl"

Dave & Cindy brady wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"Our sympathies to Bob's family. He was always fun to visit with and we loved hearing his comical stories about his life adventures.Hugs all around!"

Rob & Cindy Heck wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"Just wanted you all to know how much Bob will be missed as a good neighbor and friend. We really enjoyed listening to him play his guitar from across the street. We could always count on good music almost every Thursday evening! Please accept our deepest sympathy. You are all in our prayers and remember we are only a short walk across the street if we can help with anything in the future."

terri wiggins notz wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"I am so very sorry to learn of Bobs passing.my family has known Bob for many years and hs has been a good neighbor to my parents he will be missed. terri notz and family."

Bobbi Gerardy wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"Linda and family i am so sorry to hear that Bob passes away it was a pleasure taking care of him while i had the chance. If you need anything please call."

Tom Taylor wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"My condolences go out to the Hare family. I remember you all and passed your house everyday on my way to and from school. Tom Taylor"

AMY wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"BENBECKYBOBBI JO AND BRENDAWE HAVE ALL KNOWN EACH OTHER GOING ON 26 YEARS I KNOW HOW MUCH YOU ALL LOVED YOUR DAD/HUSBAND(EX).JUST REMEMBER HE WOULD WANT YOU TO KEEP YOUR CHIN UP. YOU WILL ALL MEET AGAIN IN HEAVEN. LOVE AMY. REMEMBER BOB IS ONLY A WHISPER AWAY LOVE AND PEACE"

kim shellenberger wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"Bob was a wonderful friend. I'm glad that I got to spend what time I did with him. He always made me feel so welcome at there house along with Linda. He will be greatly missed. Your in my thoughts and prayers. love to all Kim"

Carol (Rockwell) Bowen wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"LindaBeckyBobby Jo Ben and Bob's familyI am so sorry of Bob's passing you are all in our prayers. I wish there was something to make you all feel better but know he is in a much better place. I know he was met at the gates of heaven by Dennis with a guiatar in hand as they rode off on their motorcyles. If there is anything that I or the girls can do please give us a call.You are all in our prayers.Carol"

Kerry (Taylor) Scott wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"BenBecky and Bobbie Jo I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I knew he was sick but I could not believe it when I heard. He is at peace now and is no longer suffering. You have our sympathy...Kerry (Taylor) Scott and family"

barb meyer wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"i wish there was something i could say or do take away the pain you are feeling. Bob was an amazing man who touched the hearts of so many. i just want you to know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Bob is flying with the angels now he is your guardian angel. he will live in y our hearts and your every memory. May god be with you in your time of sorrow may he wrap his loving arms around you. you have my deepest sympathy you are in my every thought and prayer. you have my deepest sympathy"

Allen Barker wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"To Linda and Family please know that Bob is now in good hands his Father has taken him home as we know that he is a brother in Christ. My thoughts and prayers are with you all."

Theresa Baysinger wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"Uncle Bob I love you dearly & I will miss you. Ben Becky Bobbi Jo & Linda My heart goes to each of you. Uncle Bob was an amazing man. So many memories with him. We were blessed to have him. Now he is with Mom & our Lord.He is in safe hands & well loved! May god bless you & help you through."

Elaine heister [hoyer] wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"truly sorry to hear about .My thoughts and prayes go out to the family"

Arnold and Sue Koranda wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"Dear Linda and family. Im so sorry for your loss. Any one who knew Bob Will never forget him. I went to school with him I was very glad we got to see him on our visit from Fl. Linda you were a joy to know You really took good care of Bob. You are in our prayers. Always sue and Arnold Koranda"

Deb Jenkins wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"So sorry to hear of Bob's passing."

Abe A Miller wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

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Rebecca Guinn (Koob) wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"I would like to say how sorry I am to the whole family of Bob Hare. (I went to school with his son Ben.) I know Bob was a great man and loved his family very much. He always had a smile no matter what. Bob was the type of person that eveyone wanted to hang with. He was so kind and very loved by all. I do know he will be missed by my family and everyone else. God Bless to you all."

brenda wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"BOBREMEMBER WHAT I TOLD YOU I WILL ALWAYS WATCH OUT FOR OUR KIDS AND THE GRANDKIDS.THEY WERE THE BEST PART OF OUR LIFE FOR OUR 26 YEARS TOGETHER. I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU BRENDA"

Kevin & Christy Frost wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"We extend our deepest sympathies to the entire family. I have many memories of Bob going back to when he was my basbeall coach over 25 years ago. He always had a great joke or funny story to tell.You are all in our thoughts and prayers."

Kathy Carnrer wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to his mother and all his family. Bob was blessed to have such a devoted and caring family. I hope you will all share the wonderful memories you have of Bob and that they will bring you peace and warm your hearts. Bob was a talented and special person and will be greatly missed by many."

Stacie Bowen wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"I am truly sorry to hear about Bob's passing. He and my dad were good friends. I remember many of nights them jamming on their guitars. Hopefully they have met up in heaven and they are playing their guitars together once again. May god be with all of you during this time and bring you all peace."

Heather Fier wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"Words can express the sorrow I feel for your family. I know that Bob has left a space that cannot ever be filled but know that he is at peace with no pain with the Lord. You will always hold dear to you the memories you had. I know Bob was an awesome dad and grandpa. Becki you have told me many stories. I am filled with sadness over your loss. Know that I am thinking of you Becki and your family. If you need anything at all please call.LoveHeather Fier"

(Rabbit and Phesant) brought it in and cleaned the wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"I remember your dad as a great outdoors man. Boating fishing and hunting. Including the times I stayed with you all on the farm. Especially the time he went out side and actually Shot our supper"

Kate Hare wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"Uncle Bob we love and miss you already. Becky Ben Bobby Jo and Linda: my prayers are with you. Grandma Hare I know this is hard but we know where he is. I just pray for the day we're all united again. Love you Uncle Bob."

coney Hansen wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"Bobby will be missed. rest in peace good friend. we had lots fun growing up."

Mr & Mrs Thomas Fadale wrote on Jul 10, 2008:

"We are sorry for your loss Our prayers are with you at this time of sadness. We could not make the wake"