Robert T. Hawke,Sr., age 72, of rural Kiel, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at his home.

Robert was born on January 19, 1951 in Milwaukee to the late Donald and Rose (Lorino) Hawke.  He attended Riverside High School prior to joining the U.S. Marine Corps in 1968.  He served his country until 1972 with the 28 th Marine Regiment, a Corporal with the 5th Marine Division at Camp Pendleton. Robert just celebrated 52 years of wedded bliss to the love of his life Sara Vaillancourt.  He was a local truck driver for many years, and was most recently known to many for owning a Car Wash in Sheboygan.

He enjoyed his time outdoors.  Spending it on the water fishing, or with his family by the pool.  Robert was known for his great Spaghetti recipes that he would make for his family.  He was a dedicated born-again Christian.  Most importantly, Robert loved his grandchildren with everything he had.

Robert is survived by his wife, Sara; three children: Robert (Susan) Hawke, Jr., Kelly (Chris) Golembiewski and Jennifer (Mike) Cieslewicz; six grandchildren: Michael Cieslewicz, Sara Hawke, Matthew Cieslewicz, Sadie Hawke, Nathan Hawke and Madeline Vogel; and two sisters: Debra (Joe) Mesheske and Patty (Jerry) Homa. He is further survived by his brothers-in-law: William Vaillancourt and Dean (Geri) Vaillancourt, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many special friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his mother-in-law and father-in-law: William and Vera Vaillancourt, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law as well as one nephew.

A Funeral Service for Robert will be held on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at 12:30PM at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt-DeTroye Funeral Home (815 6 th Street, Kiel).  Military Honors will be accorded following the service by the Kiel VFW Post #6707 with burial to follow.

The family will greet relatives and friends at the funeral home from 11:00AM until the time of service at 12:30PM.

A memorial will be established in Robert's name.

The Family would like to send a heartfelt thank you to Sharon S. Richardson Hospice for the care and compassion shown to their family during Robert's last days.