Robert Fredrick Claus, of Chesterfield, MO, a faithful servant of our Lord Jesus, departed this earthly life on
October 14, 2024. He was surrounded in prayer by his wife, children and granddaughter. A funeral service was
held in St. Louis, MO. A burial service will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Howards Grove, WI on Tuesday,
October 22, 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Bob was born in Sheboygan, WI, on September 20, 1941, to Marvin and Edna Claus. He was baptized into the
Christian faith on October 12, 1947. After graduating Sheboygan Central High School in 1959, Bob attended the
University of Wisconsin, Madison, graduating in 1966 with a degree in Economics and Finance. During his time at
UW, Bob courted Nancy Jane Halleen, whom he had met while serving as a Boy Scout camp counselor at Camp
Rokilio on Cedar Lake, where the Halleen family owned a cottage. On August 21, 1965, Bob and Nancy were
united in holy marriage at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Sheboygan.
Bob began his professional career working for Caterpillar, Inc. Promotions required him to move his growing
family several times. In 1973, Bob accepted a sales position with Maritz, Inc. in Michigan. In 1991, Bob became
VP of National Accounts and was transferred to Maritz Headquarters in Fenton, MO, where he remained until he
retired as Senior Vice President in 2008.
Throughout his adult life, Bob was active in the Lutheran congregations where he and Nancy raised their
children. Bob held leadership positions and had a love of singing, adding his tenor voice to the choirs. The love of
Jesus in his heart prompted him to serve with gladness and to generously share what he had with others.
Through his position at Maritz, Bob and Nancy traveled extensively around the world. Their family cottage on
Cedar Lake in Kiel, WI remained his favorite spot for rest and relaxation with family. Bob was an avid hunter and
fisherman and included his sons, nephews, and grandsons on many occasions.
Bob Claus, dearest husband, Daddy, and Boppa leaves a legacy of faith in Jesus Christ. He is survived by his
adoring wife of 59 years and his five children: Lisa, Robert Carl (Sandra Fowler), Jennifer (Daniel Rockwood),
Matthew (Julie Bender), and Katherine (Christopher Trokey). Fifteen grandchildren: Elizabeth (Daniel Juers),
Alexander (Abigayle Kimont) and Sarah Perry; Robert Patrick, Caroline and Emily Claus; Julia, Anna and Ava
Rockwood; Liliana, Elaina and Clayton Claus; Paige, Spencer and Carter Trokey. Two great-grandchildren: Milena
Perry and James Juers.
To commemorate Bob’s life, a memorial has been established with the Tell the Wonders Building Campaign at
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Des Peres, MO.
Ballhorn Chapels in Sheboygan is assisting the family with arrangements.
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