Local tree farmer, Robert L. Wahmhoff, 78, of Baraga passed away on Monday, Dec.5, 2016, at home following a lengthy illness. He was born on Feb. 1, 1938, in Doster, a son of the late Carl J. & Mildred (Hessling) Wahmhoff.
On Nov. 29, 1958, he was united in marriage to Maureen M. Cushman. While raising their three children, Robert and Maureen also cared for many foster children through the years.
Robert graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture.
While living in Allegan he farmed Christmas trees and was very active with the Allegan Community Players who starred in numerous musicals: Guys & Dolls
"Nathan Detroit," Fiddler on the Roof, and more.
In 1978, Robert and his wife Maureen purchased a Christmas tree farm in Baraga and established Lake Superior Tree Farms. In 1980, they came to live in Baraga and built a life there.
He served on the board of irectors of Michigan Farm Bureau at the state level and county level for many years.
On June 1, 2001, He was ordained a deacon at St. Peter's Cathedral in Marquette. He was active on the parish council and youth ministry for years and as a deacon, he did prison ministry.
Preceding him in death were his parents; his brother, Father Andrew and sister, Joan.
Surviving are Maureen, his wife of 58 years; his sons, Robert H. (Maggie) Wahmhoff and John Wahmhoff; daughter Stephanie Wahmhoff; grandson Christopher Wahmhoff; siblings, Carl W. (Shirley) Wahmhoff, Marie Walker, Gerald (Fran) Wahmhoff, Ann (Butch) Clayton, Eleanor (Dan) Krezenski, Joseph (Linda) Wahmhoff, Lucy (Gerald) Remington, Rita Wahmhoff and Barbara (Bill) Maury; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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