Robert F. Halvensleben, age 82, of Windsor, formerly of Reedsburg, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at the William S Middleton Memorial Veteran’s Hospital in Madison with his family at his side. He was born on June 11, 1942, in Winfield Township, Sauk Co, WI, the son of Ernest and Ella (Lichte) Halvensleben. 

Bob grew up on the family farm in rural Reedsburg.  He attended Country School, St. Peter’s Lutheran Grade School, and was a 1960 graduate of Reedsburg High School. Bob proudly served his country in the US Army during the Berlin Crisis. Upon his return from the Army National Guard, Bob began farming the family farm.  On April 22, 1972, Bob was united in marriage to Gloria Mae Thies.  This marriage was blessed with three children.  Bob retired from farming in 1997 and began working for Land’s End in Reedsburg. 

An avid outdoorsman, Bob liked being in nature.  He had a well-kept lawn and garden and enjoyed feeding and watching birds.  In the Fall, Bob and Gloria often toured the countryside taking in the beautiful colors with family and friends. 

Bob was a member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg where he served on the church council and as an usher. He was a member of the American Legion Post #350.  He was proud to have the opportunity to join the Badger Honor Flight in 2019, with his grandson. Bob enjoyed reading and stayed connected to the farming industry by reading farm related magazines. He had a knack for solving word finds and was comforted by listening to hymns and other relaxing music. Above all, he cherished the time he spent with his grandchildren and family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Harold; sister, Elderene (Vernon) Hasz, LaVonna (Hudson) Olson, sister-in-law, Sally Halvensleben.

Bob is survived his wife, Gloria; children, Michelle Halvensleben, Lori (Jason) Sterr, Brian (Heather) Halvensleben, grandchildren, Jordan (Morgan) Hoffman, Ethan and Evelyn Halvensleben; sister, Reta (Ivan) Thies, brothers, Gary Halvensleben, Ronald (Susan) Halvensleben; sister-in-law, Virginia Halvensleben; several nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends,

A memorial service for Robert Halvensleben will be conducted at 12 Noon on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg with Pastor Shelley Nelson officiating.  Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 6, from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at the church.  Burial with Military Honors will be made in St. John Ev. Lutheran Cemetery, Reedsburg.