Robert William Gutekunst, Sr.

Robert William Gutekunst, Sr. passed away on May 19, 2026 at home surrounded by his family.

Robert was born on December 9, 1944 in Philadelphia, PA to the late George and Alma (Thim) Gutekunst.

He served as a radioman in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. Following his honorable discharge from the Navy he worked as a procurement supervisor for the Army Electronics. He later worked for the customer service representative for the Sun Sentinel.

He was a member of the VFW West Palm Beach Post #42, the VFW Lansdale Post #32, and the American Legion Post 0933.

He is survived by his wife, Lois (Parker) Gutekunst; daughter, Lois Anne Gutekunst (David Hockman); two sons, Robert William Gutekunst, Jr. (Michelle) and Scott Evan Gutekunst (Heather); seven grandchildren, Stacey Lyn, Ashley, Sean, Kalene, Jessica, Brooke, and Robert III; five great-grandchildren, Remy, Dominic, McKenzie, Peyton, and Paisley; sisters, Mary Guld and Bunny Dando, and a brother, Eddie Groce.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Paul Groce and Georgie Gallagher.

Relatives and friends may call after 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday June 3, 2026 at Huff & Lakjer Funeral Home, 701 Derstine Ave., followed by his memorial service at 11:30 a.m. Interment with full military honors will be held in Washington Crossing National Cemetery.