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Robert J Sturm
Sept. 15, 1935 - Feb. 6, 2026 - Chilton, WI
Funeral Service
Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026
11:00 am
54 E. Main St
Chilton, WI 53014
Funeral Visitation
Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026
9:00 am - 10:45 am
54 E. Main St.
Chilton, WI 53014
Robert J Sturm
Chilton WI
Robert (Bob) Sturm, age 90, of Chilton WI passed away February 6, 2026 with family by his side. He was born to the late Norbert & Ruth (Steenport) Sturm on September 15, 1935 in Chilton, WI.
Bob attended the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee for one year to study music; after which he served in the Army during the Korean War.
He married Sandra Lisowe on October 18, 1958 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Jericho, WI. They shared a life-long love that spanned 65 years of marriage.
Bob was a member of Good Shepherd Church in Chilton where he served in the choir and as a board member. Bob was gifted with a captivating voice prompting requests for him to be a soloist at weddings, funerals, and special masses including midnight Mass.
Sandra and Bob raised two children, Marie and Mike, while maintaining a family business of grocery and furniture stores.
Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, reading, and playing bridge. He had a love for music including Frank Sinatra and Neil Diamond. Sandra and Bob also mentored students at St. Lawrence Seminary and Bob was a member of the Chilton Fire Department for many years.
Survivors include his children: Marie (Jeff) Shilt, Mike (Joan) Sturm; his grandchildren: Laura (Andy) Hietpas, Rachel (Kevin) Welhouse, Emily (Andrew) Streske, Kimberly (Mitchell) Gentry; 6 great grandchildren: Kaleb, Cole, Dominic, Samuel, Hannah, Leo, and Oliver, who will be arriving in the next couple of months. Other survivors include his siblings Pat Stadtmueller, Paul (Kathy) Sturm, Jeanne Klotz and his brother-in-law Jeff Lisowe.
He was preceded in death by his spouse Sandra, his parents, his siblings: Jackie (Cyril) Schaefer, John Sturm (Lea Pagel), and his siblings-in-law: Len Stadtmueller, Kerry Klotz and Gary (Connie) Lisowe.
Visitation will be at 9AM on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Good Shepherd Church in Chilton with a mass to follow at 11AM. Lunch will be served following the mass at the Wieting Family Funeral Home (411 W. Main St.) in Chilton.
Thank you to all the nurses and caregivers that provided for and loved our father the last few years, including Kathy Pallo, Julie Pitsch, and the staff at Touchmark and St. Croix Hospice. Your warmth and caring ways made an unforgettable impact on Bob's life.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Good Shepherd Catholic Chuch (54 E. Main Street) In Chilton with Rev. Jon Thorson officiating. A time of visitiaton will be held at the church from 9:00 am until 10:45 am on Saturday, Februray 14, 2026 at the church. At the time of the service and following, there will be a link available above for those wishing to watch a memorial video or see pictures of the flowers and gifts given to the family.
In keeping with Bob's generous spirit, memorial contributions may be made to Chilton Catholic Schools which can be mailed to their main office at 60 E Washington Street, Chilton, WI 53014. In the near future, there will be a link provided HERE for those wishing to donate onlne.
Condolences
A memorial gift has been made in your honor. Lutheran Counseling and Family Services thanks you for your lasting memory.
Lutheran Counseling and Family Services of Wisconsin (Friend of Marge Novotney) 2026-03-03 14:36:56
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Hugs to you.
Speedy (Friend of MIke) 2026-02-16 18:24:06
We are sorry to hear that Uncle Bob passes away. We could not attend the funeral because we are in Hong Kong. Please accept our condolences. I'm sure he is so happy to be reunited with Aunt Sandra. Love to all.
Cathy and Paul Rusch (Niece) 2026-02-15 13:09:37
Hello marie and mike, Our apologies for not attending your father's wake. Unfortunately we were at a house fire on hickory hills road. A family of 8 has been displaced and are okay. I want you to know that you have our sincere sympathies and loss of Bob. He was a great man in the community. Bob will be missed. I enjoyed our occasional conversations and assisting your mom and dad as medical responder. You have been raised by wonderful parents. Best wishes going forward. Respectfully, Fire Chief Ben Schoenborn
Chilton Fire Department (Far department family) 2026-02-14 15:15:44
Paul and family so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing
Doug Woelfel (Former employee ) 2026-02-14 08:47:04
Condolences to the family. Bob was a classmate at CHS and longtime friend. We enjoyed many good times playing dominos and catching up on news. RIP Bob!
Donna Pagel (Friend ) 2026-02-14 08:22:28
Marie, Mike and families, I am sorry for your loss. Certain his presence will be missed by many. Your families will continue to be lifted in prayer for comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Colleen Connors (Family friend and childhood neighbors) 2026-02-14 08:15:04
To all Bob's loved ones: Sending our sympathy since we will be unable to attend his funeral. We will be thinking of you during this difficult time. Lorrie and Phil
Lorrie and Phil Green (Bob was my mom, Jackie's, younger brother, our uncle.) 2026-02-13 09:30:37
Jeanne and family Your brother was my baptism sponsor. From the time I was little, whenever I saw him, he would never forget to remind me that I had a great middle name! That likely was an easy decision for my mother as she thought a deal of him and your entire family. Bob’s remarkable accomplishments in life are examples of what we all should continue to follow. Godspeed to him!
Stephen Robert Kraus (Relative) 2026-02-11 08:22:01
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing,what a special man he was.having family work at downtown furniture store to the grocery store got to know him well.always friendly a real business man,had a joke or two,very friendly and made you feel welcome.,always knew you.rest in peace,bob .
Gene,colleen Enneper (Friends of family) 2026-02-10 16:18:56
Marie and Mike my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ann Rusch (Acquaintance) 2026-02-09 21:02:11
Our heart felt condolences go out to your family. Bob was a special man with a beautiful voice and a big heart and a treasure to our community. He will be greatly missed. May God be with your family as you celebrate his life. Sincerely, Tom and Linda Cullen
Tom & Linda Cullen (Friends ) 2026-02-09 09:42:06
Uncle Bob was always an inspiration to those who knew him. Heard "How Great Though Art this morning on the radio and noone sang it better than him.
Chris and Mark Blohowiak (our uncle) 2026-02-08 16:11:36
So sorry to hear of Bobs passing. Like Nancy said — we certainly had a wonderful neighborhood. All fond memories!!!!!
Lynn (Parsons) Kavajecz (Old Neighbor ) 2026-02-07 12:40:09
Mike and Marie: Sorry to hear about your dads passing. Bob took me rabbit hunting in the late 60's and later we hunted together up north. Bob always had time to talk. He was a good friend and treated everyone with respect. Sorry for your loss.
Rick Baltz (Former neighbor/Friend) 2026-02-07 11:21:24
Started out as my boss,but,ended as a friend. Bob was a good community man! Always had time to stop & chat! RIP Bob??????????
Lori Olson (Employee/ Friend) 2026-02-07 09:25:28
Started out as my boss,but,ended as a friend. Bob was a good community man! Always had time to stop & chat! RIP Bob??????????
Lori Olson (Employee/ Friend) 2026-02-07 09:24:02
Marie and Mike: So sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Remembering the 1970's when we all lived in the same great neighborhood with the families like, Baltz, Meyer, Eisner, Schmahl, Parsons, Nikolai and Gonzo, to name a few. So sorry for your loss.
Nancy Steenport (Former neighbor) 2026-02-07 08:29:57
Always enjoyed our Golfing days with Bob. His humor was never ending! He will be missed.
Dave Bosma (Friend ) 2026-02-07 08:00:12
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