Robert “Bubba” Anthony Semanko

Robert “Bubba” Anthony Semanko, 63, passed away Sunday, July, 4, at home, surrounded by his loving daughters.

Bubba was born Oct. 13, 1957, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Chippewa Falls, to Clinton and Violetta (Gilles) Semanko.

He was an athlete, playing football and baseball during high school, and softball for many years after, in leagues.

Robert worked for Mason Companies for 44 years, until he retired last year. He enjoyed the outdoors, and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He also loved watching the Packers and the Badgers, as well as many other sports.

Bubba will be remembered for his big, goofy smile, big laugh, great sense of humor, and his willingness to always help family and friends.

He is survived by his two daughters – Mandy (Shawn) Zabler and Tiffany (Jason Walters) Semanko; seven grandchildren – Lindsay Zabler, Layla Winchell, Lauren Zabler, Levi Winchell, Preston Swim, Lilianna Zabler and Lucy Walters; two brothers – John (Anita) Semanko and Joe Semanko; two sisters – Marge (Bruce) Arthurs and Betty Semanko; sister-in-law – Elaine Semanko; and many nieces and nephews.

He was proceeded in death by his parents; two brothers – Pete and Mike Semanko; one sister – Barb Evanson; one sister-in-law – Patty Semanko; one brother-in-law – Louis Evanson.

A celebration of life will be held at Rick’s Halfway Hall in Cadott, Friday, July 9.

Leiser Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Cadott, is assisting the family.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.leiserfuneralhome. com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude’s or Feed My People.

The family would also like to extend a huge thank you to Heartland Hospice…..everyone there was AMAZING!!!