Robert `Bob` Wedekind
Robert `Bob` Wedekind , Age 82
Robert “Bob” Wedekind passed away with family by his side on Wednesday January 1, 2025.
Bob was born to Victor and Helen (Woefel) Wedekind on March 11, 1942 in Baraboo. Following high school, he enlisted in the Air Force where he served in several countries and was honorably discharged in 1966. After serving in the military, he opened BJ’s Wild Wood where he had been known to say the best mistake he made was asking Patty Rogers for her ID. This request for identification may have been the spark that led to over 53 years of marriage for Bob and Patty. Together they owned Delmo’s Pizza in downtown Baraboo for many years. He was the second-best pizza maker ever, but some may say we need to take a vote on this call. Bob was a wise and independent thinker with a strong entrepreneurial drive that led him to many opportunities including antique, car, and home sales, and real estate investment long before it was popular. He had an auctioneer service with a crowd attendance that had an equal interest in both bidding and observing the humor he was able to create in the moment.
Wellness was a priority and he walked several miles a day enjoying the river walk and streets of downtown Baraboo. By nature he paused and tuned into important details often easily missed by most. He looked for chrysanthemum in flower bouquets because he knew those would last the longest for Patty. He sensed how to make a real connection with people to make them feel at ease.
Bob was effortlessly youthful with a magnetism toward pulling pranks and telling the best jokes. One notable joke heard many times was “Bob spelled backwards is still Bob.” But most jokes were funny. We suspect he supplemented some of his ideas from Dad Jokes Books, Al Bundy, and the local Coffee Clutch Boys. For more serious matters, Bob could be found gathering information from the television when the feature was The Judge Judy Show. On any random day he cruised around in his beloved aqua 1957 Chevy pickup. He made two exceptions to the “No Girls Allowed” rule around his vintage cars for granddaughters Ava and Fiona.
Life is only half lived if you have never got in a car and driven off on the open road going where it takes you.
Bob is survived by his wife, Patty; his daughters, Laura & Ryan, Tara & Dan and their two daughters Ava and Fiona, and Amy & John; brother, Rollie & Sandy, Glen Schulz; sisters, Karen and Joyce; other relatives and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Bill & Ellen, and his sister, Mary.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2025 from 4pm - 6pm at Redlin-Ertz Funeral Home in Baraboo. Burial will be private. For online condolences, visit www.redlin-ertzfuneralhome.com
Condolences
marlene powell Parchem January 04, 2025
friend baraboo , Wisconsin
dear Patty and family. So sad to hear of BOB's passing. Please accept my condolences for your loss. God Bless You. Marlene
April D Lincoln January 04, 2025
Friend Holmen
My condolences for your loss. I have many fond memories of Mr. Wedekind during my childhood. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. April Lincoln
Don and Donna Huinker January 04, 2025
friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
Dear Pat and family, We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a great guy. Baraboo has never had a match for Delmo's pizza. May the memories of his sense of humor and kindness help you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Don and Donna Huinker
TED"FORDMAN" EHRHARDT and MARGO EHRHARDT January 04, 2025
Friend La Valle , Wisconsin
Patty and families- WE will always miss Bob on our cruises. May the good LORD bless and keep you safe from all harm. Read John 11:25 and know that our Heavenly Father loves you and protects you always as HE has us. I pray that all of you will draw close to the LORD and we will all be together someday. Stay healthy; take care and God Bless Love in Christ and Holy Spirit FORDMANTED@aol.com
Tom Wedekind January 04, 2025
Cousin Baraboo , Wisconsin
Dear Pat and family I was shocked to here of Bob passing, we just talked at Farm and Fleet just not to long ago, you guys were always so good for each other, I will miss Bob's whit, my sincere condolences to you and your family. So so sorry for your loss
Terry Spencer January 05, 2025
Friend BARABOO , Wisconsin
Bob was just one of those people you couldn’t help but like. His sparkling personality and his jokes would always make you smile and laugh. He will be missed but he is probably entertaining those who went ahead of us. Patty and family you have my sincerest condolences and we wish you understanding and God’s grace in your loss. Terry and Jackie Spencer
Katie Novinska (Lannoye) January 05, 2025
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
I'm so deeply sorry for your loss Pat. Bob was a wonderful man and I feel honored to have known him. My condolences to you and your family.
Penny Quandt January 05, 2025
Friend Dothan , AL
Patty and Family Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this most difficult time
Janet Linscheid January 05, 2025
Friend St Francis , Wisconsin
Pat and family. I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy and prayers. Bob was so fun and I always smile thinking of the times I spent with you two. I will see you Thursday. Janet
Dave & Carolyn Dallmann January 05, 2025
Friend BARABOO , Wisconsin
Pat & Family, We are so sorry to hear about Bob. Our deepest sympathy. Dave & Carolyn
David hyser January 05, 2025
Coffee club at alpine Baraboo , Wisconsin
Bob will be missed he always had a story at coffee that made you laugh
Eric Nelson January 06, 2025
Aqueantence Reedsburg , Wisconsin
I'm sorry for your loss.
Jim & Barb Regan January 06, 2025
Friends Baraboo , Wisconsin
Dear Wedekind Family, Barb and I were so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. His great story telling and his laughter as he told his jokes will be greatly missed. Island Court will never be the same. Blessings to you all.
Christina Plooster January 07, 2025
Fiend Baraboo , Wisconsin
Dear Patty and family, I was very saddened to hear of Bob's passing. His constant jokes, humor, wit and truly welcoming smile will be missed by all. Please accept my sincerest condolences to you and your family. Chris Plooster
Christina Plooster January 07, 2025
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
Dear Patty and family, I was very saddened to hear about Bob's passing. His ever present jokes, humor, wit and welcoming smile will be missed by all. Please accept my sincerest condolences to you and your family. Chris Plooster
Terry Monroe January 07, 2025
Friend Portage , Wisconsin
My heart breaks for Patty and their family. I am so blessed to have been able to know and spend time with Bob. His humor was second to none and was always so enjoyable to be around. His presence will be missed terribly. May you drive only the best of old hot rod vehicles and keep that wonderful smile and humor up there in heaven. Till we meet again my friend, and I’ll bring my guitar.
Shannon and Jim Howell January 09, 2025
Friends Loganville , Wisconsin
Dear Patti and Family, Jim and I cannot express our deep sadness for you and your family. We are so sorry and we truly love you both so much. Truly shocked and we will miss his funny jokes and car and pizza talk, the lovely bouquets of flowers he grew. Sending our deepest condolences and love to you.
Karen Drogsvold January 09, 2025
Friend Stoughton , Wisconsin
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. During this time of sorrow, please know that you are not alone. May you find comfort in the support of friends and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Suzanne Burdick Strubel January 12, 2025
Cousin Reedsburg , Wisconsin
I remember Bobby when they would cone visit my uncle Joe, they had the hunting cabin back by the spring. He was a very nice person.
Nicole Hoffman January 19, 2025
great niece in law Metairie , Louisiana
I remember being a little girl visiting WI and Bob was always so charming, funny, sincere and kind. The bantering between Bob and Aunt Patty was the cutest I had ever seen. I am so sorry for your loss. There must be such a void in your lives right now. But hopefully, to be soon replaced with all the wonderful love and memories you have had over the years . Thinking of you all!