Robert L. "Bob" Kober

Hastings resident Robert Lee “Bob” Kober Sr., 89, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Heritage of College View in Hastings, NE.

Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Butler Volland Chapel, and Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, October 22, 2026, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Hastings, NE, with Father Craig Clinch and Father Jeremy Huzuka officiating. Burial with military honors will be at St. Pat’s Cemetery in rural Hastings. Visitation will be 1:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. at Butler Volland Funeral Home, with family present from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Memorials may be given to the family to be established at a later date. The service will be live-streamed on Livingston Butler Volland Funeral Home’s website. To view the service, go to Robert’s obituary and click the play button shown toward the bottom of the page. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.lbvfh.com. Livingston Butler Volland Funeral Home & Cremation Center is serving the family.

Bob Kober was born on April 5, 1937, to Richard C. and Mary (Menard) Kober in Hastings, NE. He married the love of his life, Colleen, on August 6, 1960, and together they raised five children and built a loving family.

Bob enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially fishing, working in his garden, and caring for his yard. Above all, he treasured time spent with his family and grandchildren, creating memories that would be cherished for years to come. Bob was a devoted Catholic whose faith was an important part of his life. While living in Hansen, he and his family belonged to St. Ann’s Catholic Parish. After moving to Hastings, they became members of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, where he continued to practice his faith and remain connected to his church community. He also had a special love for his dogs, who were an important part of his life.

Throughout his career, Bob worked as a grain elevator manager. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy and was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 3 and the American Legion. Bob will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his love of the outdoors, and the lasting impact he made on those who knew and loved him.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; Richard C. and Mary Kober, brothers, Don, Dick, and Chuck; sister-in-law, Gert Kober; brother-in-law, Don Vap.

Survivors:

Wife: Colleen (Witt) Kober Children & Spouses: Sandy (Dave) Dirks Lori (David) Hurst Rob Kober Jean Kober Becky (Roger) Trausch Grandchildren: 9 Great-grandchildren: 8 and 2 on the way Sisters: Jan Vap Mary Catherine Kober Sister-in-law: Lorna Kober Numerous nieces and nephews.