Robert Allen Nowak, age 66, of Wells, passed away after a 2-year courageous battle with cancer. Funeral Service is Monday, October 16, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Nasinec Funeral Home in Wells, MN with Pastor Hilary Korynta Officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. (1:00 to 2:00 PM). Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery in Minnesota Lake, MN. Nasinec Funeral Home in Wells is entrusted with arrangements. Please see www.nasinecfh.com to leave online condolences.
Robert Allen Nowak was born January 17, 1957 in Wells, MN, the son of Ambrose Nowak and Marceline (Akemann) Babcock. He graduated from Wells High School. In 1982 Bob married Julette Bruegger, to this union 3 sons were born, Christopher, Eric, and Damon. The couple later divorced. Bob held a variety of jobs, his last being at the City of Minnesota Lake Maintenance Department. He was a glazier by trade. Bob had a vast collection of classic cars throughout time and would often be seen tinkering with his jukeboxes, or driving around in his favorite classic cars, or spending time with family and friends. Bob was a man of many talents. He was a passionate lover of Minnesota Vikings, Twins, and the Wild, as well as music.
Bob will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He leaves behind a great legacy and will be remembered as a loving father, a hardworking man, and an enthusiastic collector.
Bob is survived by his sons: Christopher (Holly) Nowak, Damon Nowak (fiancé Jessica Lutgens), and Eric Nowak; 6 grandchildren with 1 on the way; mother of his children: Julette Nowak; brothers and sisters: Steve (Jan) Nowak, Rick (Michelene) Nowak, Sue (Dean) Shellen, Brenda (Dale) Glazier, Tammy (Dan) Brockhaus, Jolene (Steve) Schilling, Amy (Jamie) Johnson; numerous former in-laws; and a whole lot of nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews, and their families.
He is preceded in death by his parents and numerous relatives.
We’re very sorry for his families loss. May go bless and comfort you all!
Oh Babe, (as he use to call me), we had some great times when we were young and stupid! Scott Barnick, Bob and I were a trio back in our later high school years and after. Good Lord,Bob was with us when we got engaged! We’ll miss you and will hold all those memories! You will be with us all! Like one of my favorite hymns…Till we meet again!
Brother Bob will be greatly missed. With all the obstacles he had in life he never seemed to complain. The obiit mentions Julette and he were divorced. That is on paper only as far as I am concerned. He loved Julette immensely and she was by his side throughout his battle.
Eric & Jessica,
Deepest condolences and hugs on the passing of your dad Eric.
Love,
Aunt Monica
Our thoughts and prayers of comfort for all the Nowak family. So very sorry for your loss.
RIP Bobby! Sending my sincere sympathy! Hopefully you can keep your Dad and mine in line up there.❤️
Our thoughts and prayers to the Nowak family. May you find comfort in pleasant memories, stories, and thoughts of Bobby during this difficult time.🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Rest in paradise pops.
We’ll be sure to keep your records spinning until they day we meet again.
We all love and miss you very much.
Eric & Damon
I’m so sorry about loss of your dad❤️ I’ll be thinking of you both tomorrow
My deepest sympathies to the nowak family, Steve so sorry for your loss .
My deepest sympathy to the Nowak family. I remember Bobby as being a kind soul. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Our sincere condolences to Bobby’s boys and all who loved him. I will always remember his mischievous smile and laugh!