Died Monday November 30, 2020 at home
Jim was born February 7, 1949 in Fremont to Otis and Irene 'Helgenberger' Robart. He was raised in Scribner and graduated from Scribner High School in 1967. After high school Jim served in the United States Air Force until 1971. He moved back to Scribner and began a career with Hormel Foods in Fremont that lasted 42 years, retiring in 2013.
Jim and Vicky Ring were married in 1992 and they made their home in Fremont. Jim was an avid golfer. He loved his family, animals, fishing, air boating, mushroom hunting and basically anything on the river.
Survivors:
Wife Vicky of Fremont
Son Tyler (fiance' Kylee Carlson) Robart of Fremont
Grandchildren Aria, Ava and Zayden
Sister Kathleen Shurigar of Fremont
Brother Jack (Lyn) Robart of Fremont
Mother-in-law Mary Jo Ring of Neola, IA.
Sisters-in-law Lisa (Kris) Koening of Ft. Calhoun
Michelle (Mike) Warrin of Pella, IA.
Lori (Chad) Justin of Underwood, IA.
Emily (Don Campbell) Ring of Houston, TX.
Brothers-in-law Douglas Ring
Darin Ring
Adam Ring all of Neola, IA.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, sister Marjorie Petri, brother-in-law Clint Shurigar and father-in-law Jerry Ring.
Visitation will be Thursday, December 3, 2020 from 3pm to 7pm at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. Masks are required, capacity will be limited. A private family funeral will be held with a live stream of the service to begin at 2pm on Friday, December 4, 2020 (www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com go to Jim's page).
Memorials may be directed to the family.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
A video of the service can be found at:
https://youtu.be/P5hHBRTgl5c
Condolences(18)
Ron Lamberty
Seward, NE Sunday, December 6, 2020 Vicky,Jack, Kathy and families-I was sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a great friend and classmate. He was always able to put a smile on a persons face. We will all have great memories to remind us of Jim and time spent with him. He will be remembered by all who knew him. Very sincerely-
Ron Lamberty
Gary and Sara Cordes
Hooper, NE Friday, December 4, 2020 Vicky and Tyler—. The service was beautiful. We loved the music and the stories. Please know how sorry we are for your loss. Couples golf will not be the same!! You both are in our prayers!Jill Derrell
Olathe, KS Friday, December 4, 2020 My deepest sympathies to Jim's family. He was a fun guy to be around.We are thinking of you all and praying for you :) He will be missed.
Jean & Mike Muller
Goodyear, AZ Friday, December 4, 2020 Our deepest sympathies to Vicki, Tyler, Jack & Lyn, and Kathy. Jim was one of Mike’s longest and dearest friends!! We will both really miss him💕Emily Ring
Houston, TX Friday, December 4, 2020 Love you, sending hugs from Houston.Don, Emily and Esten
Robin
St. Petersburg, FL Friday, December 4, 2020 Thinking about you!Tom Stork
Apache Junction, AZ Friday, December 4, 2020 Dear Kathy, Jack & Lyn and Family. We're so sorry to see that Jim passed away. Praying that God will embrace and protect you all and bring you peace as you share your good memories of Jim. Our sincere sympathy. Tom & PearlDon & Jan Ortmeier
Fremont, NE Thursday, December 3, 2020 Sincere Sympathy to Jim's Family. Don worked in the hog killat Hormels for many years.
Keri Kock
Pueblo, CO Thursday, December 3, 2020 Vicky and Family I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. There were so many good times to remember with vacations and softball trips. Let all your good memories get you through this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Lisa Kenney
Marshalltown, IA Wednesday, December 2, 2020 My deepest sympathy who Vicky and Tyler and family. Jim was an awesome guy. I have a lot of good memories of him. He will be greatly missed. Uncle WikiBob Thornburg
Fremont, NE Wednesday, December 2, 2020 Dear Robart family,We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
May all your special memories help you
smile. Keep sharing those stories.
Sincerely,
Bob & Eileen Thornburg
Carol Helgenberger Luedtke
Omaha, NE Wednesday, December 2, 2020 Vicky, Tyler and FamilySo very sorry to hear of Jim's Passing. He had a great sense of humor
and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jim and Kathy Griess
Mesa, AZ Wednesday, December 2, 2020 Vicky and Tyler, we were so very sorry to hear that Jim lost his battle. He definitely gave it his all. So many great memories over the years from softball games and trips to vacations. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts, love, and prayers are with you. RIP Jim - now you are up with the angels and making everyone up there laugh.Brenda Hansen
, NE Wednesday, December 2, 2020 So very sad to hear of Jim's passing. Loved working with Jim and Vicky both at Hormel. Remember the good times we had with them. Jim was such a happy guy always, like a big KID!!!!Our condolences are with you Vicky! You and your family are in our hearts and in our prayers!! Love, The Hansens
Jean Brown
FREMONT, NE Tuesday, December 1, 2020 Vicky and Tyler, Jim and I are so very sorry for your loss, he was agreat guy and loved him on the golf course remember one of the Elkhorn Valley Ladies Tournament he hit my ball and put it right on the edge of the green and we both giving each other a hug and I said will catch you later for a drink oh the memories, he will so missed and yes for his BS which we all loved, take care and love you.Jim and Jeanne Brown
GARY JACKSON
VALENTINE, NE Tuesday, December 1, 2020 Deepest sympathies to you Vicki and Tyler and families. Prayers for strength in the coming days.Sam and Mary Linder
Fremont, NE Tuesday, December 1, 2020 We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Jim. He was such a wonderful friend and co-worker. We will cherish all the fun times we spent with Jim. He was one of a kind and will be missed. Rest In Peace Jim.Mark & Suzanne Baker
Omaha, NE Tuesday, December 1, 2020 Our deepest sympathy on Jim's passing. Had a lot of fun times with Jim at the golf course.