Robert Louis "Bob" Hutmacher 1925 - 2017

HUTMACHER, THOMA

Posted By: Connie Swearingen -Volunteer (email)
Date: 10/18/2017 at 23:52:50

Sioux City Journal
20 August 2017

Sioux City

Robert Louis "Bob" Hutmacher, 91, of Sioux City, passed away Aug. 18, 2017, at his residence.

Abiding by his wishes, his body has been cremated and no public services will be held at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Meyer Brothers Colonial Chapel. Online condolences may be sent to meyerbroshcapels.com.

Bob was born in Sioux City on Oct. 14, 1925, to Marius and Elizabeth Hutmacher. He was the youngest of 12 children. After graduating from Central High School, he served during World War II in the U.S. Navy Air Corps.

On May 13, 1950, Bob married Jackie Thoma, the love of his life. They were married for more than 67 years and were blessed with six children.

Bob was employed by Iowa Public Service and Midwest Energy in Sioux City for more than 42 years. He retired in 1989 as a vice president and corporate officer. His passions included golf and skiing and traveling with Jackie to visit their children and grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Jackie; three sons, Mike (Meredith) of Berthoud, Colo., Rick (Jamie) of Yankton, S.D., and John (Jill) of Madison, Wis.; two daughters, Barb Doherty of Sioux City, and Karen (Bill) Andert of Mankato, Minn.; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; all of his siblings; and his youngest son, David.

He was a loving husband and father who always placed his family first. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.