Robert G. Katt, 91, of Sheboygan, WI passed away on October 24, 2020 in
Sheboygan. He was born, November 16, 1928 in Sheboygan to Sam and
Hannah (Van Swol) Katt. He attended Sheboygan Christian Grade School
and graduated from Central High School.
He served with the Marines from 1946 through 1949. After the Marines, he
worked on the Great Lakes for the Pittsburgh Steamship Company on the
William J. Filbert ship. Robert worked for Optenberg Iron Works for 40
years as a steamfitter. He was a member of the Plumbers and Steamfitters
Local Union 400 and served as the secretary the union and was appointed
to the apprenticeship board.
Robert married Darlyn C. Mueller on October 21, 1952. After retirement,
they made a number of trips to Honduras with the Luke Society and a trip to
Ecuador with the HCJB Organization. They also went to North Carolina
and Louisiana as part of the Disaster Relief Services of CRWRC. They
also enjoyed their time in Florida.
He was a charter member of Calvin Christian Reformed Church (1958). He
served as a deacon, a member of the building committee, and led the
Sunday service at Morningside Nursing Home. For many years he was the
welcome greeter at Calvin Church.
Robert was also a part of a group that started Sheboygan County Christian
High School. He served on it’s first Board of Directors.
He is survived by his two sons, Mark and Michael, both of Sheboygan and
a daughter, Linda Katt of Cedarburg. He is also survived by a sister, Judy
Olm of Arizona. Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Darlyn, his
grandson, Travis Katt, and his other sisters Nell, Charlotte, Ruth, and
brother Paul.
The family gives a special thank you to the staff at Sheboygan Health
Services. As per Robert’s wishes, cremation has taken place. No service
will be held at this time. Memorials are to be designated for the Sheboygan
Christian Schools. Online condolences can be expressed at
www.lakeshorefamilyfuneralhomes.com.
Wittkopp Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
Robert Katt
By Bill Harpold
Oct 27, 2020 | 12:23 PM

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