Bobby R. Kale

Bobby R. Kale obituary, Norwalk, WI

Bobby R. Kale

Bobby Kale Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Torkelson Funeral Home - Necedah on Jun. 7, 2025.

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Bobby R. Kale, age 92, of Necedah, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at the Tomah VA Medical Center in Tomah. Bobby was born on December 4, 1932, to Ernest and Edith (Torrey) Kale in Sacramento, California. Bobby spent the majority of his life in the California area as a quality control analyst before moving to be closer to his family. He spent his remaining years in the peaceful and serene comfort of his son's home in Necedah.
He is survived by his daughter, Teresa (John) Peters; his son, Bryce (Darlene) Kale; proud grandfather of eight, Melissa (Ken) Mills, Jason Kale, Ryan (Melissa) Kale, Ashley (Jason) Locke, Alyssa (Ken) Gerrits, Andrew (Amy) Kale, and Austin (Abby) Kale; and great grandfather to Katrina, Zachary, Annabel, Bryce, Harley, Benjamin, Zoey, Mabel, Barrett, Milly and James.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Pauline; 2 sons, Bobby Richard Jr. and Steven Eugene Kale; his parents; his grandson, Jusdon Peters; and his five siblings.
According to Bobby's wishes, he will be laid to rest with his wife in California at a later date. The Torkelson Funeral Home in Necedah is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.torkelsonfuneralhome.com

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