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.