Robert B. Bakke Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Robert B. Bakke of Hawley, Minnesota, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 14, 2026 at the age of 80. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Robert B. Bakke to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Perry Bakke and Gladys Bakke (Lundberg); his daughter Michelle; and his siblings, Donna Yarbrough, DeVaughn Kolke, Gene, Clyde and Roger.
He is survived by: his pets, Rex, Duke, Bella, Rosco, Oscar and Charlie; his wife Diane Nelson; his children, Trisha Bakke, Jenilee Bakke (Jason Manning), Tabitha Kraft (Randy), Vanessa Fabre (Joe), Robert Bakke, Blaine Bakke (Rachel) and Brandon Bakke; his stepsons, Jeremy, Travis and Jesse Blakeway; his siblings, Wayne Bakke, Gary Bakke (Connie) and Jocie Herzog (Bob); and his grandchildren, Ryder, Jaxon, Brooke, Adelyn, Bethany, Emmitt, Jayden, Khloe and Felix. He is also survived by seven step-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
