Robert Henry Michaelis

Robert Henry Michaelis was born May 16, 1944, to Leonard and Alice Golbuff Michaelis in Albert Lea. He attended schools in Albert Lea, graduating from Albert Lea High School in 1962. Bob was employed at Wilson & Co. for a short time before serving in the United States Army. After his discharge, he again worked at Wilson's and then the City of Albert Lea in the Parks Department for the last 38 years. On November 20, 1970, Bob was united in marriage to DeeAnn Anderson Godtland at Salem Lutheran Church. Bob liked motorcycles, his "trike," working in his yard, racing go-carts, "Old Time Music," his sports car, and anything that had to do with John Deere. He especially enjoyed all the little kids in his neighborhood and his family. Bob was a member of Salem Lutheran Church, American Legion, Eagles, Union, and the Democratic Party. Survivors include his brother, Gordon Dixie Michaelis of Albert; sister, Norma Jerry Birkman of Blaine; step children Michele Jeff Lester of Ramsey and Mark Pam Godtland of Albert Lea; grandchildren, Zach Godtland and Rachael Godtland, both of Albert Lea; great-granddaughter, Alexis Godtland of Albert Lea; brother-in-law, Dean Charlene Anderson of Albert Lea; sister-in-law, Helen Brad Bena of Austin; mother-in-law, Shirley Bendickson of Albert Lea; aunt, Viola Rynerson and special friend, Alvin Gaines of Albert Lea; faithful companion, his dog, "Jody;" nieces, nephews, and cousins; and many friends. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, DeeAnn.