Robert C. Belau, 95, of Burlington, passed away Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025 at Arbor View Assisted Living.
Born in Markesan on May 26, 1930, Bob was the son of August and Adell (nee Jahn) Belau. His early life was spent in Waupun, where he attended Waupun Community Schools. On June 27, 1953, in Oshkosh, he was united in marriage to Beverly Kopp. She preceded him in death on Oct. 31, 2019. He was a Burlington resident since 1977.
Bob worked as produce manager for Spiegelhoff’s Pick ‘n Save. He was a member of Cross Lutheran Church and enjoyed working, jigsaw puzzles and painting. Bob especially enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Robert is survived by his children, Linda (Ronald) Schultz, Karen Belau and Kathy Belau; daughter-in-law, Nancy (Mike) O’Reilly; grandchildren, Stephen (Brooke) Belau, Kelly (Brandon) Korth, William (Maribel Estrada) Pieters and Kimberly (Tate Fohrenkamm) Pieters; great-grandchildren Bailey, William and Theo; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Beverly; son Michael; brothers, Roy Belau and Woodward Belau; and sisters, Elaine Hath, Lorraine Murphy and Delores Guth.
A private burial will take place in Burlington Cemetery at a later date.
Schuette-Daniels Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family. For online condolences, please visit www.danielsfamilyfuneral.com
