Robert “Bob” Yoho

Robert “Bob” Yoho of Grafton passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton. He was 70 years old.  

Bob was born in Sheboygan on July 14, 1955, the son of Dean and Sylvia (nee Arndt) Yoho.  

He grew up in Belgium and was a proud graduate of Cedar Grove-Belgium High School, Class of 1973.

Robert dedicated 45 years of his life to working as a lineman and troubleshooter for WE Energies, retiring in 2019. His career was marked by a commitment to service and an unwavering work ethic, earning him the respect of his colleagues and the gratitude of the communities he served.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Robert cherished a rich life filled with passions and interests. He had an unquenchable love for fishing, woodworking, gardening and cooking, often sharing his culinary creations with friends and family. Known for his generous spirit and zest for life, he brought joy to those around him and always found a way to give back to those he loved. 

Bob is survived by his two children, Melissa (Nate) Czinner and Zakaree Yoho, and his beloved granddaughter Henley.  He is further survived by his eight siblings, Lynn (Steve) Brown, Shirley (Tom) Dekker, Virgina Witte, Ken (Jane) Yoho, Steve Yoho, Neal (Gayle) Yoho, Sara Yoho and Kristine Neuenfeld, numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and many, many friends.  

He was preceded in death by his parents Dean and Sylvia, his stepfather Claytus Ziehr, niece Martana Zeman and brothers-in-law Erv Witte and Mark Neuenfeld.  

A time of gathering to celebrate Bob’s life will take place on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, from 10 a.m. to noon at Eernisse Funeral Home, 1167 Washington Ave. in Cedarburg.  

Eernisse Funeral Home, Cedarburg, is honored to serve the Yoho family.  

Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com.