Robert W. Meier, age 80 of Monticello, died Sunday, April 29, 2018, at the New Glarus Home. Bob was born on July 13, 1937, in Janesville, the son of William G. and Bernice M. (Behnke) Meier.

He graduated from Monticello High School in 1955, and served in the National Guard from 1955 until 1961. Bob and Barbara A. Studer were married on September 22, 1956, in Monticello. The couple farmed on the Meier Home Farm in Mount Pleasant Township from 1955 until retiring in 2001. Bob was a member of Zwingli United Church of Christ in Monticello and the National Farming Organization. Farming and conservation were Bob's work and his hobby. Bob enjoyed hunting in his younger years. He loved spending time at Lake Wisconsin with family and friends, traveling to visit his brother in California, and dancing to the music of Greg Anderson.

He is survived by his wife, Barb Meier of Monticello; a daughter, Virginia Meier of Belleville; a son, Dale (Dawn) Meier of Monroe; six grandchildren, Josh Meier, John Wild, Gavin Wels, Calsea Garbe, Rachel Meier, and Jacob Meier; and three great grandchildren, Trytin Wild, Juliet Meier, and Ryvin Wild.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Douglas Meier; sister, Mardell Meier; and brother, Ronald Meier.

Memorial services will be held on Thursday, May 3, 2018, at 12:00 p.m., at Zwingli United Church of Christ, Monticello, with Reverend Lance Smith officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established in Robert's name.

The Voegeli-Newcomer Funeral Home, Monticello, is assisting the family. Condolences may be shared at http://www.newcomerfuneralhome.net.

The family would like to thank the staff of the New Glarus Home for their wonderful care.