Robert Andrew (Bob) Helbing, (91), Platteville, Wisconsin, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center.

He was born May 9, 1935, to Anton E and Mildred (Wilke) Helbing, on a farm near Louisburg, Wisconsin.

Friends may call from 9:30 am until the 11am Mass, on Friday November 6, 2026,  at Immaculate Conception Church, Kieler, Wisconsin with burial to follow in the parish cemetery.

Bob attended a one-room elementary schoolhouse (Vondra), and he graduated high school from Loras Academy in 1952. He was a Paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division of the US Army. He will receive full military honors at burial.

Bob married Mary Kay (Dalsing) Helbing on August 13, 1966. He worked at the Dubuque Packing Company for over 29 years. He also worked at Gildners Clothing Store, in Dubuque, and Clothes for Him in Platteville, WI. Bob enjoyed time with his immediate and extended families and especially spending time with his grandchildren. Bob also enjoyed his championship golf and bowling team members.

Bob is survived by his wife, Kay;  daughter, Alecia (Shawn) Thiele; and grandchildren, Colin (fiancé, Valerie Adank) and Natalie Thiele. He is also survived by his brothers, John (Helen) Helbing, Orlin (Judy) Helbing; sister, Mary (Alan) Klein; and sisters-in-law, Peg Dalsing, Raine Dalsing and Carol Helbing; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents;  brothers, Wayne (Jane) Helbing and Herb Helbing; brothers-in-law, Ken (Jane) Dalsing, Clete Dalsing, Jim (Donna) Dalsing and Dan Dalsing; as well as his nephew, Kent Dalsing.

In place of flowers, a Bob Helbing Memorial Fund has been established in his name. The family would like to thank Mercy One Hospital Dubuque 3 West, ICU, and Hospice of Dubuque caregivers, as well as his Medical Associates medical team for the compassionate care and support.

The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque, IL. is assisting the family.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.millerfhed.com©