Robert "Bob" A. Maher

Robert Allen Maher, known as "Bob," passed away peacefully at his home on March 19, 2026, after bravely fighting a courageous battle with cancer. Born on November 8, 1963, in Alexandria, Minnesota, Bob was the son of Charles and Ardell (Svee) Maher.

Bob was a proud graduate of Osakis High School, class of 1982 where he was a talented wrestler. Following graduation, he honorably served his country by joining the National Guard and completing basic training at Fort Jackson in South Carolina.

Bob moved back to Osakis where he and his first wife, Donna raised their two children, Randy and Heather. He devoted 38 years of his life to working as a welder for Contech Bridge, where his hard work and commitment earned respect from colleagues and friends alike. Bob was a man of many interests and hobbies. An avid outdoorsman, he cherished hunting and fishing, activities he enjoyed sharing deeply with family. He enjoyed teaching his children and granddaughters, the patience and skill of fishing. He also taught his nieces and nephews the skills to fish and hunt. When Bob was not outside, he liked playing pool, throwing darts, bowling and Bingo.

Camping was another passion for Bob, especially trips to Canada which he fondly took with groups of friends. He loved the excitement and the thrill of catching Walleyes. Bob and Jill Maher shared many memorable camping adventures and special memories together, including their marriage on July 13, 2019, in the backyard of their home in Osakis.

Bob’s warmth, kindness, fun-loving nature, and good sense of humor will be remembered by all who knew him. He will be deeply missed and forever cherished.

Bob is survived by his loving wife Jill Maher of Osakis; his son Randy and daughter-in-law Karen Maher of Glenwood; his daughter Heather and son-in-law Chris Bahn of Delano; his father Charles Maher of Osakis; grandchildren Eleanor Maher of Glenwood, Hailey Bahn of Delano, Audrey Maher of Glenwood, and Gabrielle Bahn of Delano; his stepchildren Katie Mueller of Crosby, North Dakota, Steven Mueller of Willmar, and Brandon Mueller of Alexandria; his brother Ray Maher and sister-in-law Jolene Christian of Osakis; his sister Karen Hamilton and brother-in-law Chad Hamilton of Osakis; and his sister-in-law Melissa Maher of Alexandria. He was also surrounded by many cherished nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his brother David Maher and his mother Ardell Maher, who undoubtedly remain close in spirit.

A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 11 AM at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osakis, Minnesota with Father Matthew Kuhn officiating.

A visitation will take place on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 4-7 PM at the Roy-Hetland Funeral Home in Osakis and then continue one hour prior to the funeral service at the church on Wednesday.

Interment will be Calvary Cemetery in Osakis, Minnesota.

In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred.