Robert Schmutz

I met Schmutzie way back in 1969,when he had his gas station. He was quite the character,riding his unicycle while he put gas in your car.We were friends ever since.He was a great story teller.
My thoughts and prayers to his family.Bob will sadly be missed.

We did a little business, played a few cards, and had a lot of fun. One day shortly after lunch, I asked Bob if he wanted to ride along to the car auction. He said "Sure I haven't anything else going on!" . "When are we leaving he asked? " " Right now I responded because we are already late." We jumped in the car and away we went. We were about half-way to Wausaw when he looked at me

We did a little business, played a few cards, and had a lot of fun. One day shortly after lunch, I asked Bob if he wanted to ride along to the car auction. He said "Sure I haven't anything else going on!" . "When are we leaving he asked? " " Right now I responded because we are already late." We jumped in the car and away we went. We were about half-way to Wausaw when he looked at me with a concerned look on his face and said "Did you know that you"re going 75 miles an hour ? " "I said "Yes I know and I'd be going 90 if that woman would get the heck out of the way!!" I still remember THAT look on his face !! Bob was a terrific guy and a good friend. He was always trying to learn stuff right up until he passed. We will miss him here at the store. God Bless his soul. With all due respect - Bill Richartz

I had the good fortune to meet & know 'Schmutzie' while being fellow limo and bus drivers. A great storyteller, a sharp wit, forever curious & forever young in mind & spirit, friendly & giving, fervently devoted to the love of his life Alma, equally so & proud of his children & grandchildren. I won't forget the twinkle in his eye, his impish grin, the corny jokes & puns, his generosity & quiet thoughtfulness, a passion for playing blackjack,

I had the good fortune to meet & know 'Schmutzie' while being fellow limo and bus drivers. A great storyteller, a sharp wit, forever curious & forever young in mind & spirit, friendly & giving, fervently devoted to the love of his life Alma, equally so & proud of his children & grandchildren. I won't forget the twinkle in his eye, his impish grin, the corny jokes & puns, his generosity & quiet thoughtfulness, a passion for playing blackjack, collecting 'stuff', his Coke-cane, and the delight he took in wearing his latest garb declaring more than 60+ uninterrupted years of MN State Fair attendance. A one-of-a-kind guy who will be dearly missed by all, family & friends alike.

So sorry to hear of Bob's death. He was a great guy and fun to be arround. Always enjoyed seeing him and he will be missed. My prayers and thoughts go out to all the family.

We will all miss "Blackjack Bob's" visits down here at POLZER'S in Durand with his Coke-cane. He always had a smile on his face and a joke to tell.

Kris, Dave & Tony Polzer

My thoughts go out to "Blackjack Bob"s family. He will be missed by me very much. Bob always had an answer for everything. Truly a great gentleman!!!!!
Randy Reid