Robert "Bob" Michael Glinsek

Bob passed away peacefully at home in Tower, Minnesota on March 30.  Bob was a man with a heart as big as his stories were long, and we miss him so much already. If you ever met Bob, you undoubtedly heard the same jokes more than once. His sense of humor was infectious, and he had a way of filling every moment with laughter and eye rolls. But more than anything, Bob loved his family. His greatest joy was his daughter, Nan. He was her biggest fan, never missing a chance to watch her play basketball or soccer. And last March, on his birthday, he experienced one of his proudest moments—walking Nan down the aisle and welcoming Rishi into the family.



Bob was a man of many passions. A Marine through and through, he considered his Marine buddies family. He made friends wherever he went, and everyone who knew him had a "Bob story." He loved the great outdoors, spending time hunting and fishing, and had a deep appreciation for the simple things in life. We can't forget about his dogs-he loved his dogs!



A natural talker, Bob built a successful career in the lumber industry, where his gift of gab served him well. But it wasn’t just business—he genuinely cared about people. He was the guy who never said no to a beer with a friend, who would drop everything to help someone in need, and who had the most caring and generous heart. But above all, he loved reliving old memories through his storytelling and creating new ones. 

Bob lived his faith through his kindness and generosity. He gave without hesitation, helped without question, and loved without limits. He was generous with his time and always willing to lend a hand. 
Rest easy, Bob. Your stories, your laughter, and your love will live on in all of us.

Bob is survived by his parents Joe and Mary (Kirscht) Glinsek; daughter Nan Glinsek (Rishi); siblings, twin sister Elizabeth (Darin) Laabs, and James (Dr. Carrie) Glinsek; nieces and nephews Dr. Taylor, Thomas, Tate, Etta, Lyla, Brittni, and McHale; other relatives, friends, and his military family.

His funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. with visitation from 10:30 a.m. until time of service on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at the Church of Saint Andrew, 566 - 4th St. NW, Elk River. Interment will follow with full military honors at 1:45 p.m. at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Dare’s Funeral Home ~ Elk River. 763-441-1212. www.daresfuneralservice.com

Bob's service will be livestreamed. On the day of the service, please click on the blue button below to watch the service. It will also be recorded. After the service, another link will replace the livestream for those that may have missed it. 

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