Passed peacefully on May 10, 2024, surrounded by family. Bob was born and raised in NE Minneapolis, attended Vocational high school where he excelled in basketball, baseball and football. That is where he met his sweetheart Patty Rincon. They were married in 1960 and settled in Fridley.
Bob had a successful career in electrical sales and is an honorary member of the North Central Electrical League.
Bob was inducted into the NE Athletic Hall of Fame. His many joys were golfing, spending time at this cabin and playing cards. His greatest joy though were his wife, kids and grandchildren.
Bob is survived by his devoted wife, Patty; daughters, Sandy (Tim) Shears, Linda (Jon) Moll; Son, Paul (Alison Mckenzie) Traczyk; grandchildren, Morgan, Carter Traczyk, Abby, Hailey Moll, Dustin Shears, Annie, Jack McKenzie; sisters, Lillian, Loretta Holmberg, Sister-in-law, Janice Traczyk; brothers, Dick and Tom; best friend, Tom Glodek.
Preceded in death by brother, Walt; mom, Ann Sporlein; father, Walter Sr.;
Special thanks to Allina Hospice nurses and care givers.
Visitation Thursday, May 23, 2024 from 4-7pm at Kapala Glodek-Malone Funeral Home (7800 Bass Lake Road, New Hope) Mass of Christian Burial Friday, May 24, 2024 11:00 am at Church of St. William (6120 5th St. NE., Fridley) with visitation 10:00 am until time of Mass.
Private Interment
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