Robert (Bob) Allen Arett a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Jan. 17, 2024 surrounded by his fami
Bob was born to Alfred “Villa” and Anne (Arens) Arett on Jan. 21, 1948, in Austin, Minnesota. He graduated from Pacelli Catholic School in Austin in 1966. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Mankato State College, Mankato, MN in 1978.
After serving in the U.S. Army from 1966-1969 he started working at Hormel in Austin and transferred to Fremont in 1979. He retired from Hormel in 2000 after 30 years.
Bob married his high school sweetheart Bonnie Fairfield of Austin on March 15, 1969 in Austin.
Robert was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He left behind a legacy of love and kindness. He is survived by his adoring wife, Bonnie and three children, Lisa (Randy) Vanek, Lori (John) Hogue and Allen (Dawn) Arett, as well as his cherished grandchildren, Camden (Becky) Elsasser, Cannon (Megan) Arett, Mason Mayberry, Cade, Mayberry, Madeline Mayberry and Aspen Arett; and great-granddaughter, Kennedy Elsasser; brothers, Tom (Pat) Arett. Paul Arett, William Arett, and A. Charles (Mary Beth) Arett; and sister, Carole Arett.
He was preceded in death by his parents; mother and father-in-law, Marie and Richard Fairfield; and sister-in-law, Carol Novak.
Family was the center of Robert’s world, and he cherished each and every moment with his loved ones. He found immense joy in attending his children and grandchildren’s athletic events, cheering them on with pride.
He was an active member of St. Patrick Catholic Church. Robert’s faith was an integral part of his life.
He was an avid supporter of Husker volleyball and loved following the team’s successes.
Surrounded by his loving family, Robert’s spirit will live on in their hearts. May his memory be a guiding light and a reminder of the love, warmth, and generosity he shared with all who knew him.
Funeral Mass will be Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Fremont. Fr. Bill Cremers will officiate. Visitation will be from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday with a Rosary at 9:30, all at church. Military Flag presentation will follow. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery in Fremont.
Memorials are suggested to the Salvation Army in Fremont. Online condolences may be left at www.mosermemorialchapels.com.
