Robert W. "Bob" McAllister, Sr., age 73, of 20 E. Prospect Avenue, Tomahawk, died at his home on Saturday, November 24, 2012.
Bob was born on December 4, 1938 in Chicago, IL to William and Beulah (Berlin) McAllister. He worked for Johnson & Johnson in Illinois before he moved to Tomahawk in 1973. After moving to Tomahawk, Bob worked for Georgia Pacific and later for Tomahawk Power and Pulp as a dam tender. Bob was first married to Gerry Bjelland and later married Rose Lynd. Bob enjoyed fishing and playing cribbage. He was an avid bowler with 13 300 games to his credit.
Bob is survived by: 1 Daughter Rose Belling of Tomahawk 3 Sons Ron (Lori) McAllister of Merrill Rob (Lisa) McAllister of Tomahawk Rich (Jammie) McAllister of Tomahawk Sister Frances Coglianese Former Wives Gerry Bjelland of Tomahawk Rose Lynd of Tomahawk
Bob is further survived by 13 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild, Nile. He is preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters and an infant brother.
The Funeral Service for Bob will take place on Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at 7PM at the Krueger Family Funeral Home. Pastor Larry Mathein will officiate. Visitation will take place from 4PM until the time of service at 7PM.