Robert found peace Friday, December 26th. He spent his last day surrounded by his family. Bob was born December 1st, 1948, in Sheboygan to Betty and Joe Worth. Bob was the first born. Growing up with four brothers and two sisters, Bobby considered himself everyone’s favorite big brother.
Bob attended St. Peter Claver Grade School and Sheboygan South High, graduating in 1966. He was notorious in high school for stealing the handles off the pencil sharpeners along with a few other pranks. After graduation, Bob took to the road and traveled around the United States. Soon after his travels, Bob joined the Air Force, working in crypto maintenance. He was stationed in the Philippines. After an honorable discharge, Bob returned to Sheboygan and attended UW-Sheboygan Extension while working at Kummer’s Harley Davidson. Bob simply loved motorcycles! About that time, Bob decided to try flying.
Bob took his first flight lesson in 1976, and he was hooked on a new hobby and eventual career path. Bob continued his flight training receiving his private, instrumental, multi, CFI and commercial ratings. Bob worked as a lineman for Chaplin Aviation, later becoming a flight instructor. He also worked at Skypix as a pilot, flying throughout the United States. Later he provided pilot services for many local companies, including Kohler, Bemis, Richardson, Windway, KW Muth, Bray & Associates, and Eclipse Manufacturing. In 1989, Bob was hired as Eclipse Manufacturing’s first full-time corporate pilot.
Bob made his home in Sheboygan Falls with his long-time sweetheart, Diane. She was always a special part of his life. They remained close til the end and spoke daily, always finding time for special moments together. In 1996, Bob was in a serious accident. He still made the best of things, although he struggled with paralysis and a brain injury. His sense of humor however remained. He loved to laugh and had a few dumb jokes that were always part of his shtick. Before his accident, Bob was a bow hunter, angler, golfer and outdoor enthusiast. Bob loved to best anyone at cribbage, up until his last day. Simply put, Bobby was a really fun guy. Any person that he called family or friend loved him for his fun attitude and his perseverance in spite of his limitations.
For the last several years, care takers helped Bob daily. They enabled Bob to continue to live in his home until the end. Bob’s family would like to acknowledge sincere appreciation to “Bob’s Ladies” Becky, Wendi and Val. Also, thank you to Bob’s good neighbors Scott and Karen who were always there for him with kindness and a helping hand.
Survivors include Siblings; Jim (Rhonda) Worth, Dan Worth, David Worth, Charlie (Joyce) Worth, Mary (Jim) Munro, Chris (Worth) Kovacich, Numerous nieces and nephews. Kitty: Wink. Preceding Bobby in death: Mom and Dad: Betty and Joe Worth, Brother-in-law: Lenny Kovacich. Details will follow for the celebration of Life for Bobby.
The Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.reinboldfh.com
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