Robert Paul Gelhar

Robert "Bob" Gelhar, age 95, of Stillwater, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at Boutwells Landing. Bob was born on October 15,1928 to Lawrence and Antoinette Gelhar. He grew up on the North Hill of Stillwater and graduated from high school in 1946. He married Marilyn McGarry in 1953. After living briefly in Edina, they moved back to Stillwater where they raised their three daughters. Bob worked at 3M for twenty years where he was a member of the 3M chorus. He began following other interests after retiring from 3M by volunteering at Lakeview hospital and being a driver for what is now Central Bank. His fondest job later in life was working at the Ordway for twenty years until he was 83 years old. Bob was known for his culinary skills, his piano playing ability, and mainly for his keen wit and sense of humor. He had a knack for making people laugh and leaving them with a smile on their face. Christmas was his favorite time of year, and the family home was always open to one and all on Christmas Eve.

Bob will be missed by his family; daughters, Kate (Dennis) Belkey, Meg, and Anne (Jim) O'Brien; grandchildren, Jeremy (Keri) Ludowese, Dan O'Brien and Alli O'Brien; nieces, and nephew.

Preceded in death by his wife Marilyn; sister, Janet Roderick.

Special recognition to the friends made, and the staff of Boutwells Landing where he was proud to have been their longest living resident.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 22, 2024 at the Church of St. Michael, 611 S 3rd Street, Stillwater, MN 55082. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the Mass in the atrium. Burial at St. Michael's Cemetery, Bayport, MN. Memorials are preferred to the Boutwells Benevolence Fund.