Robert “Bob” P. Sokup

Robert “Bob” P. Sokup, 70, of Tomahawk, died April 10, 2020, from health complications at his home with his partner, Nancy Millhouse, by his side.

Bob was born November 29, 1949, in Eau Claire, to Ervin and Cora (Jensen) Sokup. After graduating from Arcadia High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served on a mine sweeper during the Vietnam War. After serving his country, he was the foreman for Town of Arcadia until retirement.

Bob was an avid outdoorsman, carpenter, and mechanic that could fix just about anything. He loved riding his motorcycle and exploring the great Northwoods with his partner, Nancy. He also loved listening to old-time country music, playing poker and wintering in Florida. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2687 Wurl-Feind-Ingman Post.

He was a kind and gentle man with a great sense of humor and infectious laughter that will truly be missed.

Bob is survived by his loving and devoted partner, Nancy; daughters: Becky Rasmussen and Bonnie and Brenda Sokup; brothers: Richard “Dick” and James “Jim” Sokup of Elk Mound; sisters: Susan Waterman of Medford, OR., and Cindy Slaby of Arcadia; and several nieces and nephews.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; brothers: Donald “Don” and William “Bill” Sokup; and sisters: Eunice Shafer and infant Barbara Anne Sokup.

A celebration for Bob will be held later. Bolger Funeral and Cremation Service is helping the family.