Robert (Bob) Grelle, 87, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. He was born on December 16, 1935, to George and Anna (Meyer) Grelle in St. Louis, Missouri.

Bob began working for Emerson Electric when he was a teenager, retiring after 45 years with the company. He enjoyed his work and was well respected by his coworkers. On May 4, 1957, he married Dorothy Marie Knopf. They raised three sons, Bruce, Dan, and Larry.

He had many talents including cooking, baking, bowling, golfing, and woodworking. He made furniture for family, friends, and local charities, such as, St. Vincent De Paul Catholic church and school. Bob enjoyed spending time with family and was very proud of them. Some of their favorite times were spent camping, fishing, playing cards and other games. He was a devout catholic known for his quick wit and service to others.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, George and Anna, and sisters, Mary Elizabeth, Anna Marie, and Marjorie.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; his sons, Bruce (Angie), Dan (Kristine), and Larry (Cinda); brother, George; sister, Kathleen; his grandchildren, Cassie (Jake), Jacob (Olivia), Danielle (Nate), Emily (Dave), and Garrett; and seven great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Friday, February 3, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Church, 1 St. Bernard Lane, Bella Vista, AR 72715, with rosary following at 9:30 a.m. and immediately followed by a funeral mass at 10:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the St. Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Church food pantry.

Arrangements are being made by the Bella Vista Funeral Home and Crematory. Online condolences can be left at www.funeralmation.com.