Robert Gale

Robert Gale passed away in the comfort of his own home on May 14, 2019. Staying true to Robert’s wishes cremation rites will be performed with no formal services. He will be laid to rest at the Riverside Cemetery in Marshalltown, next to his wife. For condolences please visit www.Mitchellfh.com or call (641)-844-1234.    Robert was born on October 23, 1943 in Liscomb, Iowa, he enjoyed growing up in the community. After his graduation from high school; he started a trucking company and put in countless miles in his long career. On January 8, 1966 Robert married Hyla Hemmen in Bethel, Missouri. The couple lived in Webster City, Clarion, Garwin, and then moved to Marshalltown in 1978. Robert was a family man and loved spending time with them any chance that he had. He had a love for working on cars and he would always have a different car every three months. He had a kind spirt and would go out of his way to help anyone in need. Robert will be missed by anyone that had the opportunity to have known him.    Robert is mourned by his children, Laura Gale and Teresa (Steve) Houser; grandchildren, Trevor Andrews, Ashley Houser, Theron Gale, Josie Houser, Sydni Gale, Tausha Hollingshead, Jen Adolph, David Schlesselman and Robert Schlesselman. Also his sister-in-law Carla (Doug) Youngdale and brother-in-law Harley Hemmen.    He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 44 years, Hyla, his son Rodney and nephew Troy Youngdale.