Robert Lacewell

Robert L. Lacewell, 90, of Waukon, IA, passed away Monday, July 11, 2022, at Northgate Care Center in Waukon. Memorial services will be held Friday, July 15th, at 11:00 AM at First Presbyterian Church in Waukon with Pastor Grant VanderVelden officiating. Friends may greet the family from 10:00 AM until the time of services on Friday at the church. Martin-Grau Funeral Home in Waukon is handling arrangements.

Robert Lee Lacewell was born October 4, 1931, in Sidonia, TN, the son of John and Bessie (Davis) Lacewell. When Robert was five years old, his family moved to Chicago, IL, and he attended grade school and graduated from high school in the Chicagoland area; here he also met his future wife and lifelong partner Joy Pennell. From 1951-54, Robert served in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged.

He enjoyed fishing on the Mississippi River and wintering in Texas with Joy. He also cherished his time with his friends at the S&D Café morning coffee club.

Robert is survived by his wife Joy; his two sons: Donald and John Lacewell; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and his brother Allen Lacewell.

Honorary urnbearers are the S&D Coffee Club.