Robert “Bob” R. Rother

Robert “Bob” R. Rother, 71 of Genoa, passed away on April 14, 2026, at the Community Hospital— LTC in Genoa.

Bob was born November 4, 1954, in Wolbach, to Henry and Ethel Rother. He was one of eighteen children born to Mr. and Mrs. Rother. He attended school in Wolbach and graduated from Wolbach High School. Bob worked for Lindsay Manufacturing for many years while raising his family alongside his wife Rhonda.

Bob was united in marriage to Rhonda Elaine Hawthorne on April 4, 1975, and was her beloved husband for fifty-one years.

Bob was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and spending time with his three children. When the kids were young, Bob and his family would go on yearly vacations to Minnesota with Rhonda’s brother and sister-in-law, creating many happy memories as a family. Bob was happiest when he was spending time with his beloved grandchildren, who were the light of his life.

Survivors include his wife, Rhonda; two sons and daughters-inlaw, John and Stephany Rother of Columbus and Les and Becky Rother of Columbus; one daughter, Janelle Perez of Omaha; and grandchildren, Larisa, Owen, Jadyn, Jacob, Dominic, Josie, Jersey, and Mason.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Ethel Rother; as well as his brothers, Johnny, Eddie, and Doug Rother.

Bob’s funeral service was held on Monday, April 20, 2026, at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in St. Paul.

Father Vince Parsons provided words of comfort.

Julie Dush was the musician. Special music included “This Magic Moment.”

Casket bearers were Rollie, Teddy, Henry, Perky, Stan, Mike, Tommy, and Sandy.

Honorary casket bearers were Larisa, Jadyn, Owen, Jacob, Dominic, Josie, Jersey, and Mason.

Bob was laid to rest at Hillside Cemetery in Wolbach. A lunch was held at the Wolbach Community Center in Wolbach following the graveside service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date.