Robert Josef Gelina

Robert Josef Gelina Age 58, of Park Falls, took flight to his final destination on Tuesday August 13, 2019 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN. He was born on June 16, 1961 in Park Falls, the son of Alfred and Shirley (Mason) Gelina. He was a graduate of the Park Falls High School and lifetime resident of Park Falls. On August 19, 1994 he married Sharlene Pospichal. Bob worked for the Flambeau Paper Mill for many years, and was well known for SR Hobbies and Crafts and most recently Bob’s Computer Clinic that he owned and operated. Throughout his life he had a love for building and flying radio-controlled airplanes, a fascination of fireworks, the Green Bay Packers, and spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by: his wife Sharlene of Park Falls (2)sons: Ryan Gelina and fiancé Jessica of Strum Alexander Gelina and fiancé Maggy of Green Bay his beloved puppy Sandy (8) sisters and brother: Patty (Bob) Hilgart of Park Falls Ginny (Dave) Bablick of Tomahawk Barbara (Bob) Gustafson of Park Falls Nancy (Dan) Kotke of Park Falls Alison (Mike) Bablick of Park Falls Jim Gelina of Park Falls Renee’ Gelina of Rice Lake Sharon Bender of Jefferson his brother-in-law Jerry Szymik of Butternut his sister-in-law Pat (Paul) Dishman of Tennessee his sister-in-law Sharon Weik of Irma his brother-in-law Daniel (Kathy) Pospichal of Butternut his former wife Donna of Chippewa Falls four children who called him “Grampa Sabo” and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Judy Szymik. His laughter and smile will be remembered, his worries and pain are gone, may he fly high above and watch over us always. A memorial service will be held on Monday, August 19, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Park Falls. Fr. Shaji Pazukkathara will officiate. A visitation will be held on Sunday, August 18, 2019 at the Novitzke Funeral Home in Park Falls from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Parish Prayer Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will also be held on Monday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of the service. The Novitzke Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.novitzkefuneralhome.com

Robert Josef Gelina

June 16, 1961 - August 13, 2019