06/13/2025
Robert (Bob) Irvin Carle, born July 24, 1933, passed away on June 13, 2025, peacefully at home, in the company of his loving family.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, June 20, 2025, at McLaren’s Resthaven Chapel, 801 19th St., West Des Moines, IA.
Bob was born to Hester Mae Newell Carle and Robert (Stoney) Carle. He attended Central College in Pella and served in the U.S. Military. He married Ruth Stuchel in 1957 and worked for United Air Lines for 36 years.
Bob was a well-loved man who would enamor you with his wit and charm. He will be deeply missed. Bob’s legacy will be passed down through his children and grandchildren who have so fondly listened and learned his wonderful stories and lines!
Bob is survived by his wife Ruth; children; Debra, Kelly (George Kattermann), D’Ann (Eric Abbott), and Robert; brother, John; grandchildren, Tripp (Melissa), Kacie (Choesang), Kyle, Maddie, and Max (Saraya); 8 great grandchildren; as well as nieces, nephews, sisters- and brother-in-law.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Bill.
Bob’s full obituary can be found at www.mclarensresthavenchapel.com.