Robert (Bob) Eugene Whitesel was born in Omaha, NE. on February 9th, 1936. He was the only child of Violet Whitesel.
Bob served in the Marine corp and was stationed at Camp Pendleton, CA. with duty in Korea. After being honorably discharged he met the love of his life, Carol Ann Caniglia. They were married on May 23rd, 1958. They recently celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary.
Bob and Carol were blessed with 3 boys: Robert Michael, Gary Joseph and Kenneth Dean, who in turn gave them 4 beautiful grandchildren. Bob enjoyed telling stories of his childhood to his kids and grandchildren and loved a good road trip. He especially would like to travel to Florida where they lived for several years. Bob enjoyed Nascar races, Husker football and the Kansas City Chiefs. He traveled to several races and bowl games over the years. Most of all, Bob loved being with his family and was loved by many.
Bob is survived by his wife Carol and his sons and daughter-in-laws: Robert M. & Christine Whitesel, Gary & Vicki Whitesel, and Kenneth Whitesel; 4 grandchildren and daughter-in-laws: Violet Whitesel, Christopher Whitesel, (Sydney), Brian Whitesel, (Nicole) and Matthew Whitesel, (Amber); 6 great grandchildren: Sydney, Benjamin, Amelia, Meredith, Aireanna and Calvin James Eugene Whitesel,
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