Robert Henry

Jahn

Robert H. Jahn, 95, Johnson Creek, formerly of Lake Mills, died peacefully on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at The View in Johnson Creek.

He was born November 28, 1929 at his family farm in Jefferson, the son of Henry and Mildred (Ree) Jahn.

He graduated early from Jefferson High School to enter the United States Air Force. He served from 1947-1953, working as a radio operator using International Morse Code assisting the pilots. He was a goodwill ambassador during peace keeping times. He had fond memories of special air missions flying dignitaries to their destinations.

After the Air Force he married Shirley Pirwitz on October 31, 1953. He became a member of the Lake Mills Moravian Church.  He continued traveling by driving trucks hauling eggs then semis cross country hauling furniture. Even during retirement, he drove cars to dealerships. He loved to be on the go! He drove while into his 80's to their favorite winter destination, South Padre Island, Texas. Bob and Shirley enjoyed many wonderful years there. "Stardust" has always been their special song for 65 years together.

Survivors include; one son Stan (Sue) Jahn of Florida & Lake Mills; one daughter Diane (Dave) McFarlane of Lake Mills; six grandchildren, Keith McFarlane, Angie McFarlane, Sarah Jahn, Stephanie Jahn, Bobby Jahn, Lindsay Jahn; five great grandchildren, Johnathan, Hannah, Hailey, Tensley, Johan; nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends.

Also preceded in death by his wife, Shirley, a son, James Jahn; three brothers, Claude Jahn, Jack Jahn, and David Jahn.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the Lake Mills Moravian Church, 301 College St., Lake Mills, WI 53551.

Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the Lake Mills Moravian Church and also after 10 a.m. on Saturday until the time of service.

Following a luncheon, a 1:30 p.m. burial with Military Honors will be at Rock Lake Cemetery.

If desired, memorials may be made to the Lake Mills Moravian Church or Rainbow Hospice, 147 W. Rockwell Jefferson, WI  53549

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