Robert E. Newkirk Obituary

We are sad to announce that on January 3, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Robert E. Newkirk of Reedsburg, Wisconsin. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Robert may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Kenneth D. Newkirk and Ollie B. Newkirk (Thomas); and his sister Sandra Newkirk. He is survived by: his children, Robert (Peggy), Laura (Mike Brey), Kevin, Brian (Summer), Chris, Devon, Stephen (Becky) and Heather (Matt Hess); and his sister Pam Halase. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren.

A celebration of life was held on Saturday, January 11th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the Reedsburg Town Hall (600 W Main St, Reedsburg, WI 53959). A burial will be held on Saturday, March 15th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Upper BIG Willow Cemetery.