Robert “Bob” Arens

SEQUIM, Wash. — Robert “Bob” Arens, 83, died March 12, 2020. He was a man of true courage living with a long term illness. Funeral Services will be held once events are accessible.

Bob was born in 1936 to Albert and Frances Arens. He was raised on a corn farm in Hartington. Bob married Donna Olesen in South Dakota in April 1960. After serving his country in the Army, he worked carving highways throughout the midwest. Bob and his wife, Donna, successfully owned and operated several businesses. They settled in Marysville, Wash., to run Bob’s Bulldozing. They later semi-retired to Sekiu, Wash., to run Bayview Mobile Home Park. Later, they officially retired in Sequim, Wash.

Bob was always ready with a laugh, story or joke. He was an anchor to his family, always strong, ambitious, persistent and hard working. He loved nature and the outdoors. Hunting, fishing and gardening were his favorite things to do.

He also loved birds, music, family, and friends. In his earlier days he was also active in Four Wheel Drive club events. He is survived by daughters, Amy, Issaquah, Wash.; Sherri (Rick)

He is survived by daughters, Amy, Issaquah, Wash.; Sherri (Rick) Rodriguez, Port Angeles, Wash.; and Lori (Kent) Welcker, Snohomish, Wash.; and grandchildren, Dustin Rodriguez, Franci Welcker and Holli Welcker; and his brother, Gerald J. Arens, Hartington.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife, Donna; five sisters and two brothers.