Robert Machovec
Robert “Bob” Machovec, 82 of Lake Delton, died Friday, Oct. 16, 2009 at St. Clare Hospital in Baraboo.
No services are scheduled at this time per Bob’s request.
Bob was born Aug. 6, 1927 in Hillsboro, the son of Emil and Vercelia (Darcy) Machovec. He grew up in Hillsboro, served in the U.S. Navy and became a well-known long-time resident of Lake Delton. Bob owned and operated the Club Royale Bar and Restaurant in Rock Springs as well as Bob’s Bar in Lake Delton. Later he worked at the Dell View Resort in Lake Delton. He was a jazz enthusiast and played the trumpet and accordion. It was a familiar sight to see Bob riding his red scooter.
Bob is survived by his sons, Mike (Shirley) and Pat; daughters, Mary, Jeanne, and Kathleen “Pete” (Thomas) Fassbender; beloved grandchildren and long-time companion and dear friend Ella Mae Van Zile and her children, Sharon (David) Jensen and Steve (Faithe) Van Zile.
He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant twin brother.
The Picha Funeral Home and Crematory of Lake Delton assisted the family with arrangements. For online condolences, go to www.pichafuneralhome.com.