Obituary: Robert "Big Bob" Boesch, Who Fought in the Battle of the Bulge

Robert Boesch, affectionately known as "Big Bob", died peacefully on June 2. He was 88, and had lived in Middletown for 56 years. 

Bob was a member of the Veterans of Foreign War after serving duty in WWII, where he was one of the 212 survivors of the Battle of the Bulge.

Bob worked as a silk screen artist for many years. He enjoyed painting and was a great artist. He was a huge fan of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band and the NY Giants.

Bob is predeceased by his wife of over 60 years, Marilyn Boesch, who was the love of his life.

Surviving are his 3 children, Thomas Boesch of Wisc.; Maureen Volin of Ind.; and Joan Jorgensen and her husband James of Middletown; a close family friend, William Hurst also of Middletown; Also surviving are 9 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren with 1 more on the way, and 1 great-great grandchild.

Bob was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. He will be loved by all and will be greatly missed. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at the Arnold Walter Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2013 from 1-4 pm at the John F. Pfleger Funeral Home, 115 Tindall Rd., Middletown. Cremation will be private. For more information, to send condolences or for directions, please visit www.pflegerfh.com.