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Robert (Bob) Walter Malberg

Jun. 8, 1929 - Mar. 9, 2022

Date of Service: Mar. 18, 2022

BURLEY – Robert (Bob) Walter Malberg, a 92-year-old Burley resident, passed away at his home on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, with his children and loved ones by his side.

Robert was born in Twin Falls, Idaho, on June 8, 1929, a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. Robert served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, from 1950-1952, serving time in Germany. Robert married the love of his life, Darlene McCaslin-Poulton, in 1972. In 1994, Robert retired from Skaggs Furniture after 40 years of loyal service.

Bob had many gifts, talents and hobbies. Some of his hobbies included fishing with his many grandchildren at West Magic Reservoir for Perch, hunting with the guys in the family (yearly tradition), tending to his immaculate garden, painting, and having a beer with his son, Damon. Dad was kind of a hoarder and saved many things because he could fix anything – and usually did with the things he had saved over the years. Bob also loved spending time with the love of his life, his wife, Darlene; his children and, mostly, their many (favorite) grandchildren and great-grandchildren, camping at their special place at Magic Reservoir. Bob’s witty personality, smarty jokes, and his apples (applesauce) will be missed by all who knew him. Bob was a treasured father, grandfather and best friend. Dad was deeply loved and will be truly missed. We love you, Dad!

Robert (Bob) is survived by his loving wife, Darlene of 49 years; his seven children, Rex (Joan) Malberg of Martinez, California, Rosann (Richard) Marquardt of Hartfield, Virginia, Shelly (Bruce) Lind of Killdeer, North Dakota, Gayla (Rod) Willis of Heyburn, Idaho, DeVere (Laurie) Poulton of Burley, Idaho, Dan Malberg of Buhl, Idaho, Damon (Mandy) Malberg of Burley, Idaho; and his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A graveside committal service will be held at 11 a. m. Friday, March 18, at Pleasant View Cemetery, located at 1645 E. 16th St., in Burley, with Military Rites provided by the Mini-Cassia Veterans Group.

Family and friends will be received from 10 until 10:45 a.m. prior to the graveside service at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, located at 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley.

Following the graveside service, the family will have a celebration of life for family and friends from 2 until 4 p.m. at 495 So. 450 E. Burley, Idaho.

The family would like to give a heart-felt thank you to Stacy with Horizon and all the friends who gave their love and support.

Condolences for Robert (Bob) Walter Malberg

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From Portia Critchfield Schrenk:

So sorry to hear of Bobs passing. He was a good neighbor and friend, always fun to visit with.

From Idaho State Veterans Cemetery Blackfoot:

Rest in peace with honor and gratitude for your service.

From Mark and Ilona Stewart, Michigan.:

We're so sorry for your loss, Darlene. Bob and you were some of our very favorite. We'll see you in Shiprock in that "other" place. Take care of yourself, Darlene, dear woman.

From Carole Willis Evenson:

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this trying time. May you feel the comfort of the Lord. Carole and Lynn Evenson

From Nancy Jenkins:

Oh Darlene I am so sorry to hear that Bob has passed on. He will be so missed! I’ve enjoyed you guys as neighbors and mostly friends since the day I met you! My heart is with you! Love ya !

From Galan & Donna DePew:

Darlene & family. We were so sad to hear of Bob’s passing. What a wonderful sweet man he was. You are in our prayers. May God give you comfort and peace in this sad time.

From Lyle and Jean Guffy:

So sorry to hear your loss. We will miss having both of you come up to Magic. You were our best neighbors! Bob always had great advise for us young 'uns! (We are only 69)! Wish we could hug you Darlene. Love and Prayers to this beautiful family.

From Matthew & Kelly Wiggins:

What a wonderful man, with a wonderful bride and children. Enjoy eternity Bob, we'll see you again!

From Cathy:

So sorry for your loss Darlene. My thoughts and prayers for you and your family are on the way. Peace to you all Love, Cathy

From Angela Skaggs Gloria:

Bob, you've been apart of my life since I was born. And so grateful you will be apart of my life through Eternity. Wondering if you are visiting with my Dad yet - not sure how that works. Darlene - grateful you and I became good friends too. Condolences to the whole family. With a big hug to Damon too.

From Russell Piper:

Always a joy to see Bob walk in to church with big smile and a warm handshake. A good man with a big heart. What a blessing and privilege to get to know both of you!

From Amanda Lind:

Grandpa Bob, you will be loved and missed forever. I have many fond memories to look back on and will hold them dear. May this wonderful man rest in peace forever and ever, amen. Sending prayers of peace, strength and love from all of your family in North Dakota.

From Kari & the boys:

I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss. My condolences and love to your family.

From Rosann Malberg Marquardt:

A wonderful man, friend and someone I am honored to call Dad. I love you! Rest In Peace!

From Pam Jones :

I am so sorry to hear. Glad he knew the Lord

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