“Bob” Robert Kale McClure Jr., February 08, 1946-March 10, 2020. He was 74 years of age.
Absent from the body, present with the Lord.
Bob was born in Sioux City, Iowa, to Robert Sr. and Juna (Totdahl) McClure, where his father was stationed in the Army-Air Corps. The family of three was later stationed in Denver, Colorado. Upon discharge, Robert Sr. moved his family back home to Montana. When Bob was six, the family moved to Lincoln. A sister Stacey, and a brother Brian, were added to the family.
He attended Lincoln Elementary and Augusta High Schools, boarding out in Augusta during the week, and returning home to Lincoln on weekends. Many years later, encouraged by his wife Rhonda, he attained his GED. Bob worked at his parents’ gas station, McClure Texaco, during and after high school. After the gas station was sold, Bob went to work in the woods as a sawyer. He soon realized this was a profession he truly loved.
Bob was strong and resilient, having survived a horrific logging accident in 1986, and renal cancer in 2013. In 2010, he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, and did all he could to educate himself about the disease and fight it. Bob had accepted Jesus as his personal Lord and Savior, and was looking forward to the gift of eternal life, free of pain and injury.
Bob served as a Trustee for the Lincoln Rural Fire District, and also served on the Lincoln Sewer District Board. He was always busy tinkering in his garage, and many kids in Lincoln had their bicycles serviced by him. The garage was nicknamed Bob’s Doghouse, a nod to his K-9 companions, Swede and Smooch.
He is survived by Rhonda, his wife of more than 30 years. Also surviving are daughter Wanda (Tom) Allen, daughter Bobbie Gunderson, son Kale McClure, nephew (adopted son) Justin McClure, and extended family Mark Gunderson. Additional survivors are his grandchildren, his brother Brian, numerous cousins, and their families.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, and cremation has taken place. Private burial in the family plot at Old Lincoln Cemetery will be held at later date. Memorials are suggested to Bob’s Family at P.O. Box 517, Lincoln, MT 59639, for future designation.
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Michelle Van Nice says
So very sorry my dear friend –
Ted Winderl says
Prayers and blessings go out to Ronda and all of the family at this time of loss. Bob put up a valiant fight, but my friend you have to fight no more. May you rest in peace.
Theresia LeSueur says
So sorry to hear. Condolences to you and may he have found peace.
Bobbie Jo and Kody McClure says
Goodbye Pops. Love you
Susie and Lee Mason says
No words can quench the aching heart but know that God is near the broken hearted. We’re thinking of and praying for you now.
Brenna Clark says
So very sorry for your loss! My heart goes out to you Ronda!
Dave & Beckey Tweet says
We are so sorry Ronda. You are in our hearts and prayers. ❤️
Wendy gehring wgehring4864@gmail. says
May you and your family find peace knowing he is home and no longer suffering. If there is anything you need let me know. I love you
Mary Grantier-Smart says
Oh Rhonda and family I pray God gives you strength, faith, and love to get you through this very sad loss of a great man! You’re all in my prayers!
Jewelie Hoxworth says
Ronda, so very sorry to hear about this. I know that you loved him and cared for him with all your heart. Praying for the Lord to wrap his faithful arms around you at this time.
Mary K Hagen says
Sending you hugs and prayers Ronda
Robyn Ward says
So very sorry Rhonda. I know he fought a long hard battle. As did you. I pray you find comfort and peace.
Sharlo Leonard says
You are in my thoughts and prayers, Rhonda, at this difficult time. But know Bob has finally found peace! Call me night or day if I can help in any way.
Brian McClure says
Bobby ( as I always called him ) was 13 years older than me. We were almost different generations and as a result were never very close. As I got older life circumstances took us even further apart. I only managed to visit him once after he entered the nursing home. Now that it’s too late I wish that I had tried harder. I urge everyone to learn from my mistake. Rest In Peace
Verna Waddington says
I praise the Lord that Bob gave his life to HIM and is now rejoicing in HIS presence. Peace and love to his family and all those that knew this loving, kind person.
Mona Fitzgerald says
You and your family are in our hearts Rhonda, he is at peace and will forever shine on you. If you need anything at all please please let us know. Love you my friend.
Donna R. Kauffman says
To Rhonda McClure and family:
Rhonda, I am so sorry to hear about Bob and all the problem’s he has had. It was an admiral life and one full of many hills to climb. He never gave up to learn and that is such a plus. My deepest condolences to you and his family..
Kathy & Tony Tams says
So sorry Ronda! We have missed Bob around Lincoln for quite awhile now. Thinking of you during this difficult time!
Bridger Veterinary Hospital says
Dear Ronda,
Just wanted you to know that we are praying and thinking of you. If we can help in any way please let us know.
Please know that you’re in our hearts.
Keith and Sharlene Stav
Linda Winkler says
We are sorry for your loss may the Lord comfort you and your family.
David and Linda Winkler
Wanda Owen says
Ronda,
We are so sorry for the loss of your husband. I wish I were there to give you a hug. Just know I am praying right now and trusting you feel embraced in the arms of Jesus. ❤️🙏🏽❤️Wanda and Chris Owen
Maxine Bakken says
To Ronda and the McClure Family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of Bobby and very glad my sisters and I visited Bob in the nursing home in the last month. I am keeping you and family in my prayers in this difficult time. The memories you have will be cherished forever.
Rita (Zimbelman) Walker says
So very sorry to read this. Bobby & his family were always so good friends when i was a kid & we had our cabin with the Totem Poles across from Stoners store @ Lincoln. They Always let me borrow Dolly, big pinto horse when we came over!! Great family friends. So sorry to hear that he had problems… nice guy . great family friends!! Prayers& sympathy for family <3
Brent & Carla Anderson says
Thinking of you, Rhonda. We hope you know we are there for you whenever you need us. Bob will be missed!
Mary L Smith says
McClure Family, please know that all of your are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob is in heaven smiling down on us. I think my favorite story from Bob was when he tried to get money from a homeless guy right after he lost the election to the Fire Department board of Trustees. Bob could always tell a great story! He will be missed so very much! All our love!