Joseph Robert McGuire

Joseph Robert "Bob" McGuire was born on June 22, 1928 to Joseph and Rose Egland McGuire in Albert Lea. He grew up and attended school in Emmons. Bob enlisted in the United States Army in 1944. While he was stationed in Germany he met Brigitte Kaseler. On January 24, 1964 they were united in marriage in Germany. After his tour in Germany, Bob was stationed at Ft. Polk, LA. He served for 20 years before retiring from his military career. In the 60's Bob and Brigitte returned to the Albert Lea area and Bob worked for Queens. Bob was a member of St. Theodore's Catholic Church. He enjoyed watching the Vikings and going fishing up north. Bob loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include his wife, Brigitte; children, Petra Greg Grove and Sue Glen Freetly; grandchildren, Matthew Tasha Grove, Michael Grove, Mitchell Grove, Nicholas Freetly, Michaela Freetly and Rachel Freetly; great-grandchildren, Benett and Averie Grove and Drake Grove; sister, Joan Syse and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Bob was preceded in death by his parents; and brother-in-law, Milton Syse.