Robin David Betz

Robin David Betz passed away on April 17, 2024 at Aspirus Langlade Hospital at the age of 70.

Rob was born on January 14, 1954 in Cudahy to the late David Clarence and Shirley Rita (Wengleski). He was united in marriage to Melanie Elizabeth Weber on December 16, 1977 at St. Mark’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cudahy. On the couple’s first date, both Rob and Melanie knew they were each other’s soulmates and since that first date, Rob and Melanie did everything together. It was also on their first date that Rob shared his dream to one day live in Northern Wisconsin and in August of 2022, the couple made their move from Cudahy to the Town of Polar.

After receiving his high school education, Rob went on to obtain a certificate in Quality Assurance from Marquette University and a state certification in Welding. Rob was a hard worker who also loved what he did. He was proud to provide for his family. Rob worked as a service representative throughout the country in the early years of his career. He worked for multiple companies as a union steel worker, retiring from Bucyrus on April 1, 2016 after 20 years of service there.

Rob proudly served his country as a U.S. Marine. He was a faithful believer in Christ; a member of All Saints Church in Oak Creek. Rob had many hobbies and interests. He enjoyed landscaping, gardening, hunting, fishing, hiking, cooking, reading, and woodworking. He had a great love for music, movies, muscle cars, his Harley, and car rides. He was also a gun enthusiast. Most of all he treasured time spent with family, friends, and his dogs.

In addition to his wife Melanie, Rob is survived by his children; Robin James Betz (Megan), Randy Lee Betz (Jessica), Terry Austin Betz (Martha), and Cory Brennan Betz (fiancé McKenzie), HIS BELOVED BRYCK MAN, sisters Kathleen Gail Lobue (John) and Loralie Ann Nolet, grandchildren; Tabitha, Sabrina, Nevaeh, Brooklyn, Kennedy, Christian, Austyn, Austin, Randy Jr., Dekoda, Ruby, Jaxson, Jovi, great grandchildren; Giovanni, Elijah, Zerenity, Anealia, and Azriel. Rob is also survived by the Liegler family (HIS BROTHERS FROM ANOTHER MOTHER). He is further survived by family friend Aaron Isaac who was looked at as a son to Rob and who also considered Rob a Father. Rob also leaves behind many relatives and friends.

In accordance with Rob’s wishes, no services will be held.