Robert T. Hladovcak, 84, of Mosinee died on Tuesday, December 20, 2016, at St. Clare’s Hospital, Weston.

He was born in Chicago, ILL on January 19, 1932 to the late Stephen and Elizabeth (Grohola) Hladovcak. He married Mary Breitzke on October 25, 1952 in Chicago, ILL, she survives.

Bob was a fabulous cook, he taught and gave many of his recipes, that we will always cherish. He was known for his sense of humor, always making others laugh. Bob enjoyed polka music and dancing. He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed participating in many of their sporting events. He enjoyed an occasional trip to the casino, and when he went he was quite “lucky”. He was a generous person, always ready to give a hand to anyone. He will be missed deeply by his family and any that knew him.

Survivors, besides his wife Mary, include; two sons, Rocco (Pam) Hladovcak, Mosinee, Robert S. (Kelly) Hladovcak, Mosinee; one daughter, Kim (Dan) Hegewald, Junction City; eight grandchildren, Becky (Luke) Severson, Katie (Andy Rusch) Napiwocki, Nick (Ashley) Hladovcak, Neil Hladovcak, Tiffany (Shane Fontaine) Hladovcak, Bryce (Rachael) Hladovcak, Lindsey and Jordan Hladovcak; and three great-granchildren, Liam and Leighton Severson, and Kade Hladovcak. Bob was preceded in death by; six sisters and four brothers.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, December 27, 2016, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Mosinee. The Rev. Donald Przybylski will officiate. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Mosinee. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until time of services at the church. Beste Funeral Home, Mosinee is proud to be assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.bestefh.com.

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