Robert Dalen

Robert Dalen

November 27, 1967 - December 29, 2025

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Robert “Bobby” E. Dalen, 58, of Platteville, Wisconsin, died on Monday, December 29, 2025, at UW-Hospital, Madison, from an apparent heart attack.  “Bobby” as so many knew him by was born on November 27, 1967, in Platteville, Wisconsin, the son of Francis and Jeanette (Dailey) Dalen.

Bobby graduated from Platteville High School.  He was a hard worker and willing to help everyone.  Bobby spread so much laughter and cheer throughout Platteville.  He loved watching and cheering for the Green Bay Packers and the Milwaukee Brewers.  

Bobby was everyone's best friend.  His life taught us that worth is not measured by ability, but by the love we give and receive.

Bobby is survived by his girlfriend, Michelle, his sister, Renee (Michael) Miller, lifelong friend and guardian, Dale Jacobs, niece, Ashley, nephew, Anthony, many cousins and all of his 2nd Street Family.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and nephew, Trevor.

A visitation celebrating Bobby's life will be from 10:00 AM – Noon, Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville, and will continue after that at Brother's Bar until 2:00 PM, where there will be a light luncheon.  Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com.

Bobby through organ and tissue donation will continue to give his kindness and unselfishness to others!!

 

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michele bartels
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my deepest sympathy to the family, Bobby was such a joy, always busy! God bless!
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Erin Reinicke
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I never saw Bobby without a smile on his face. When my husband and I would see him while walking our dog, Bobby would always stop to lavish love on the dog and have a quick visit with us. We will miss him.
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Jason Thompson
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The whole city is going to miss you, Bobby-dude. I'm sure the tap beer is cold and flowing up there so enjoy and behave!
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Kathie Klar Kluth
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Bobby: Thanks for helping me, working at my shop when I was expanding the retail area. You were dependable and enjoyed your accomplishments. I appreciated your help and happy personality. Be blessed. 🙏
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Kathy and Amber Austin
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Amber & I always enjoyed Bobby's happy go lucky attitude and smile! Whether it was in the salon for a haircut or out and-about, he always left with a smile or a kind word. He'll be missed!
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Karla Wunderlin
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Bobby would come to Dairy Queen often when I worked there. He always wore a smile. He will be missed! I'm so sorry for your loss. My condolences.

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