Savaske, Robert D., Sr.Robert (Bob) D. Savaske, Sr., of Irma, passed away October 1, 2017 at his home.Bob was born on March 1, 1951 to Robert W. and Janet (Mathison) Savaske. He enjoyed spending time outdoors walking in the woods with his dogs, hunting, fishing and spending time at his hunting shack. Bob dearly loved his family and spending time with his grandchildren. Survivors include his wife, Jane ann (Semling) Savaske of Irma, his two children Robert D (Erin) Savaske Jr of Stoughton, WI and Stacy (James) Blattner of Franklin, WI; four wonderful grandchildren, Caitlin and Conor Blattner and Irene and Joseph Savaske; four sisters, Kandy (Paul) Gattuso, Mary Gilbertson, Peggy Jameson and Amy (Kent) Laabs; and two brothers, Patrick (Wendy) Savaske and Dan Savaske. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the nurses and aides of Ministry Hospice Services for their compassion, kindness, and care of Bob during his extended illness. Family and friends may gather at Taylor-Stine Funeral Home from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M., Noon, on Saturday, October 14, 2017. Father Chris Kemp will conduct a prayer service at 12:00 P.M. Noon. Online condolences may be made at www.taylorstinefuneralhome.com. Memorials may be made in Bob's memory to the Ministry Hospice Nurses. Checks can be made to SHSM Hospice Foundation (memo- Savaske memorial) and mailed to The Rhinelander Ministry Hospice Office c/o Mel at 111 E Davenport St, Rhinelander, WI 54501