Robert "Bob" Alan Karbo

A visitation to celebrate the life of Robert “Bob” Karbo, 81, of Balaton, will be Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. at the Horvath Remembrance Center in Balaton. A private family interment will take place at a later date.

Robert “Bob” Alan Karbo was born on November 22, 1944, in Tracy, to Maurice and Agnes (Johnson) Karbo. He attended Russell public school until enlisting in the United States Army. He was stationed in Germany, and after his honorable discharge he moved to Minneapolis. Bob worked a variety of jobs throughout his life, including house painter, bar owner, and brick layer, and he delivered newspapers after his retirement. Bob moved to Balaton in 2008. He enjoyed time spent with family, especially his great-great-nieces and nephews. Bob owned Pomeranians his whole life. He liked going to coffee, playing cards, gambling, and driving fast. He was also a fan of the Minnesota Wild.

Bob died at his residence in Balaton on Monday, January 12, 2026. He is survived by his nephews Rick (Kari) Karbo and Chad Karbo; great-niece Tiffani (Taylor) Hoffbeck, their children Ainslee, Riggins, Gretchen, and Harrison; great-niece Sidney (Brian) Fultz, their children Brooks and Fischer; great-niece Ava Karbo; great-nephew Barrett Karbo; as well as other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Richard.