Robert H. Gollmar Jr.

June 16, 2021

Rochester, WI. – Robert H. Gollmar Jr., age 92, of Rochester, WI., formerly of Baraboo, WI., passed away on Friday, June 11, 2021 at Lakeland Health Care Center in Elkhorn. Robert was born on November 20, 1928 in Baraboo, WI., the son of Robert and Alice (Gault) Gollmar. He was a 1945 graduate of Baraboo High School and attended Lawrence College in Appleton, WI., graduating with a degree in music. Robert enlisted in the United States Army and attained the rank of Sergeant First Class while stationed in Colorado. Upon his honorable discharge, he returned to Mukwonago, WI., where he married Dorothy Swan on June 23, 1962. She preceded him in death on May 6, 2014. Robert taught band music in several school districts which included Hillsboro, Sauk-Prairie, Baraboo and retired after many years, at Burlington. During his teaching years, Robert volunteered at Badger Boys State for over 15 years. In his retirement, Robert was an antiques dealer and a volunteer at Circus World Museum for many years. Survivors include his two sisters, Gail Phillips of Portage, WI. and Sandra Edwards of Baraboo, WI.; three nephews, David (Jay) Tofson of Culver, IN., Robert (Tammi) Edwards of Kawkauna, WI., Daniel (Kathy) Edwards of Raleigh, NC.; and close friend, Scott Miller. Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy; and his parents. Private family graveside services will take place at a later date. Baldwin Funeral Services, 520 East St., Baraboo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Robert H. Gollmar Jr.