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Robert T. Knobloch, age 61, of Ripon, passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025 at SSM Heathcare- St Agnes in Fond du Lac, WI. Bob was born on July 14, 1963, in Marshfield, WI; the son of Frederick and Marion (Boehme) Knobloch. He graduated from Wisconsin Lutheran Academy, Class of 1981. He attended Northwestern College and became a Professional Photographer. He then attended and graduated from Ripon College with a degree in Government and Politics. Bob served his country in the U.S. Army National Guard as a Field Artillery Officer from 1987 to 1995. He worked at Oshkosh Truck until 2012 and then became a Marine Contractor for Shoreline Marine in Green Lake.
Bob enjoyed having a good time with his friends. He was always doing yardwork and fixing up the house. He enjoyed playing tennis and ice fishing with his older brother, John. He loved boating. singing karaoke and photographing local weddings and landscaping.
Bob is survived by his brothers: John Knobloch of Ripon, and James (Linda) Knobloch of Cross Plains, WI; sister, Susan Renee Kitto of Hobart Tasmania, Australia; cousins: Doug Houghton, Peggy Houghton, and Billy Houghton; his golden retriever, Freddy; other relatives and many dear friends. He is preceded in death by his parents.
Per the wishes of John, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Divine Passage Funeral Home in Ripon is serving the family. Divinepassagefunerals.com
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