Robert W. Artz age 89 of Lincoln, Nebraska died on Monday, July 4, 2016 in Lincoln. He was born on January 21, 1927 in Beatrice, Nebraska to James and Hazel (Graham) Artz. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Bob married Lillian Roth on July 6, 1947 in Crete. He was a home builder and started Artz and Sons Construction in 1966. Bob is survived by his wife of 69 years, Lillian, sons, Jerry and Joann Artz, Tom and (Deb Latimer) Artz both of Lincoln, daughters, Cheryl and Terry Loose of Kansas City, Sandy and Chuck Hesson of Arizona, 9 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers, Don, Tony, Kenny, 2 sisters, Margaret and Francis. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at The Legacy, 5600 Pioneers Blvd on Sunday, July 10, 2016 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A private graveside service will be held at Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery. Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
