Robert Allen Westberg

Robert "Bob" Allen Westberg, 70, of Winona, died Friday, August 26, 2011 at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, WI.The youngest of three children, Bob was born on December 23, 1940 in Rushford to Arthur and Elva (Henze) Westberg. Bob's life partner Leola Smith, shared 43 wonderful years together. With her suggestion, Bob chose to get baptized at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Winona.A generous man with a heart of gold, Bob was willing to help anyone. He gave great hugs, told many jokes, and made people laugh. In his spare time, Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with family and friends.Bob is survived by his sister, Janelle (Leroy Sr.) Kanz of Winona; 6 nephews, LeRoy (Brenda) Kanz, Jr. of Rochester, William Kanz of Winona, James (Carol) Kanz of Winona, John (Pamela) Kanz of Winona, Arthur Kanz of Winona, Robert (Diane) Westberg of Roseville, CA; 3 nieces, Nancy Westberg of Sacramento, CA, Linda Westberg of Okinawa, Japan, Julie (Ricco) Westberg of Okinawa, Japan; great-nephews, Seth Anderson, and Adam Bellman; great-nieces, Bridget (Nick) Kanz, Brittney Kanz, Jenifer (Charlie) Kanz; aunt, Gladys Manion of Rushford; uncle, Lester Henze of TN; his beloved miniature pinscher, "Bubba" Jackson. He is also survived by many cousins and friends. Bob is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Donald Westberg; and loving companion of 43 years, Leola Smith.A visitation will be held from 5-8pm on Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at Hoff Funeral & Cremation Service-Hansen Goodview Chapel and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. A prayer service will begin at 6pm. Memorial service will be at 11am on Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at Hoff Funeral & Cremation Service-Hansen Goodview Chapel. Reverend Jim Berning from St. Mary's Catholic Church will officiate. Interment will take place in the St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Minneiska.The family wishes memorial contributions be designated to the cardiac unit at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center.Please share a memory of Bob with the family, sign his online guestbook, and view his video tribute when it becomes available online at www.hofffuneral.com.
Tribute video can be found at: videos.lifetributes.com/242795