Obituaries

Robert “Bob” R. Junge, 72, of Waterloo, died Sunday, February 7, 2021 at UPH Allen Hospital.  He was born February 17, 1948 in Marshalltown, son of Claus J. & Jean (McNamee) Junge.  He was a graduate of Reinbeck High School, Class 0f 1966. He received further Technical Training through Hawkeye Tech and the University of Northern Iowa. He retired after 28 yrs working for John Deere where he was a Machinist.  He was also a proud member of the United States Navy and served in Vietnam until 1971.  He was also a member of the American Legion and later was able to take part in an honor flight to Washington DC. He loved the 4th Street Cruise and cruising in his '55 Chevy & his '71 Buick GS. He also attended many car shows. Bob & Jan also loved spending time with their many grandchildren.

He is survived by his lovely wife, Janette "Jan" Junge of Waverly, A son: Brian (Shelli) Junge, Windsor Heights, three daughters: Denise (Woody) Negan, of Waterloo; Deb (Steve) Mummelthei, Waverly and JoLynn (Curt) Reinhardt, Naples, FL, and a brother, Melvin (Sue) Junge, of Ft. Myers, Fl.