Robert William McAlister

About Bob

Bob McAlister, age 82, of Austin, died Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Bob was born May 5, 1939 on the east side of Austin to Bill and Josephine McAlister. He spent his childhood enjoying fishing and ice hockey; hobbies that would live on for him throughout his long life.

Bob proudly retired from Hormel after 40 years and then spent the next 20 in Grand Marais, Minnesota with his wife Shirley. Together they took care of Cut Face Creek Park during that time. Bob loved fishing, golfing, and having a beer with family and countless friends. He had the best stories.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley; children, Ken, Joann, Mike, Shawn, and Beth; grandchildren, Abby, Isaac, Taylor, Hannah, Emma, Lydia, Ross, Elsie, and Mara; great grandchildren, Kinsley and Ledger.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Herb and Lynn; first wife, Mary; grandson, Jacob.

memorial service

A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. Interment in Calvary Cemetery.

Funeral/Cremation Provider: Mayer Funeral Home