Funeral Services for Bob Erwin, age 93, of O'Neill will be 2:00 pm Monday, February 10, 2025 at First United Methodist Church in O'Neill.  Burial will follow in the O'Neill Cemetery with Military Rites provided by the O'Neill American Legion Simonson Post 93 and O'Neill VFW Post 926.  Pastor Bob Wynn will officiate.  Visitation will be Monday from 12:00 pm until time of the service at the church.  Bob passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at Faith Regional Health Services in Norfolk, Nebraska.  Memorials may be directed to the athletic departments at St. Mary's High School and O'Neill Public High School.  Biglin's Mortuary in O'Neill is in charge of arrangements.

Bobby Gene Erwin was born March 19, 1931 in O'Neill, Nebraska to Roy and Ella (Wilkinson) Erwin.  His parents were divorced at a young age and Bob was raised by Woodrow and Ella Grim.  Bob grew up in O'Neill and attended O'Neill High School, graduating with the class of 1949.

Bob served in the United States Navy aboard the USS Toledo during the Korean War from 1950 to 1954.  While Bob was home on leave, he married Barbara Hancock on August 15, 1953 at the Methodist Church in O'Neill, they were married for 47 years before Barbara's passing in 2001.  Together, they welcomed five children into their family.

They made their lifelong home in O'Neill, Nebraska where Bob worked for 20 years for Gillette Dairy and 22 years for Metz Baking Company, retiring in 1993.  After retirement Bob kept busy working for NPPD and driving school bus for many activities at St. Mary's High School and O'Neill High School until the age of 89.

Bob was a long-time member of the O'Neill VFW, American Legion Post 93, O'Neill First United Methodist Church, and the O'Neill Country Club.

Bob enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, hunting, and camping with his family.  In addition to his outdoor pursuits, Bob had an enduring passion for automobiles, particularly in refurbishing classic Volkswagen Beetles and his Ford Bronco.  His hands were rarely idle, as he consistently engaged in various home projects, showcasing his creativity and craftsmanship.

Bob is survived by his five children, Terry Hall of Omaha, NE, Steve Erwin and wife Penny of Mesa, AZ, Jeff Erwin and wife Cathy of Norfolk, NE, John Erwin and wife Robin of Norfolk, NE, Stacie Schutte and husband John of Allen, NE; 14 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents; infant sister, Betty Lou; wife, Barbara; step-father, Woodrow Grim; special friend, Leona Hershiser.