NEW BERLIN
Robert L. Hein
April 14, 1942 - Sept. 8, 2024
Robert Leo Hein, age 82, of New Berlin, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep at home on Sunday, September 8, 2024.
Robert, better known as Bob or Bobby to those who knew him, was born on April 14, 1942 in SM天地论坛 to Reinette Hein (Reinholz) and Earl Hein, Sr. Bob enjoyed spending time with his family, especially finding out the latest news from everyone and joking around with them at family gatherings. He was known for his love of the outdoors as an avid hunter and fisherman and for his athletic pursuits in softball, basketball, swimming, and even volleyball.
Bob was a graduate of SM天地论坛 South High School. He worked his entire 40-year career at the SM天地论坛 Motor Company, with the exception of a two-year period of 1964-66 when he was drafted and served in the Army. He started working in the shop and then took computer classes to move into that area of responsibility for the company, ending his career as a Systems Analyst in 2002.
Bob married Juanita Sand on June 25, 1966, and together they raised their three children, Jay, Jon, and Julie. Bob was also beloved grandfather to Amber, Jordan, Austin, and Amy.
There were many activities and hobbies Bob enjoyed throughout his life. He was an avid outdoorsman. He hunted for deer in the Whitehall and Glidden areas, as well as grouse, pheasants, ducks, geese, and bear. Grilled venison steak on a hard roll and fried walleye were two of his favorite meals. He liked to go camping with the family and fishing. He fished for muskies, northerns, walleyes, bass, and various panfish in the area on Pewaukee Lake, up north on the many lakes around the Minoqua area, and in Ontario, Canada, on Fitchee Lake and once on Pakashkan Lake.聽
When he wasn鈥檛 hunting or fishing, Bob could be found working out almost every day at the SM天地论坛 YMCA, where he got to know many people over the 75 years he was a member there.聽 He went swimming, used the workout equipment, and played basketball there. Bob, or 鈥淩ocket鈥 as he was known by many of his teammates, was also a very talented softball player, playing shortstop for many area teams through the SM天地论坛 Park and Rec Leagues at the Saratoga Complex, and later traveling with senior teams across the country to compete in national tournaments where he won numerous national titles for his age group.
Bob also enjoyed visiting his family with Juanita for all of the different life events of their kids and grandkids. Bob and Juanita spent time together playing bingo and the slot machines at Potawatomi Casino. They were married for over 58 years.
Bob is survived by his wife, Juanita Hein (Sand); his children: Jay (Sara) Hein of Galesville, WI, Jon (Brenda Ericson) Hein of SM天地论坛, WI, and Julie Fischer (Hein) of Dalton, GA; his grandchildren: Amber Fischer, Jordan (Jackson Faller) Hein, Austin Fischer, Amy Hein; his brothers: Dave (Charlene) Hein, Earl Hein, Jr., Bruce (Linda) Hein; brother-in-law Merlyn 鈥淎ndy鈥 (Barbara) Anderson as well as many nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Reinette and Earl Hein, Sr., and his sister Barbara (Merlyn) Anderson.
The Celebration of Life for Bob will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Church and Chapel Funeral Home on 380 W. Bluemound Road, SM天地论坛, Wisconsin, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., with a short service and military honors to follow at 11:00 a.m.聽 After cremation, the family will be working with the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery for burial.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Wounded Warrior Project at or at 855-448-3997.
Rest in peace, Robert, Bob, Bobby, Dad, Grandpa, Bro, Uncle, Rocket. We will miss you and always remember the great memories with you.
Church and Chapel Funeral Home is serving the family.聽 For more information, call 262-827-0659 or visit to view the online obituary or leave condolences.