Robert Hoskins

Robert Roy Hoskins (Bob) was born February 17, 1952 to Robert and Shirley (Mott) Hoskins in Hillman, MN. He graduated from Onamia High School in 1970. There he met the love of his life, Nancy Schmolke, and they were married on September 19, 1970 in Pine Center, MN. They shared a beautiful life together, filled with love and laughter. He built a successful career as a Master Electrician and was the owner of Bob Hoskins Electric before retiring in 2020.

Bob was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Milaca, MN and was well respected throughout his community, known for his quick wit and kindness. In his free time, he loved hunting, fishing, being at the lake, and cheering on the Minnesota Twins. In later years he enjoyed watching television, and he especially loved finding recipes on the internet to share with Nancy. His generous spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Bob passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 30, 2025 with his family by his side.

He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Nancy; his children, Jason (Stacie), Jake (Ann Hazlett), Jennifer (Chris) George, and Joanie Aleckson (Ed Nagle); his grandchildren, Dylan Klumper (Myranda Houle), Jake (Samantha) Hoskins Jr, Austin (Serenity) Aleckson, Mitchell (Ashley) George, Andrew Aleckson, Thomas (Jade) Hoskins, Isabelle George, Eric Hoskins, Adam Aleckson, and Amy Hoskins; his great-grandchildren Gunner and Ember Aleckson; his brothers, Greg (Gail), Brian (Kaylene), Steve, Scott, Bruce (Michele), Dennis (Kelli) and John (Kim); and his sisters, Sally (Norman) Olson and Penny (Randy) Jernberg; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Shirley Hoskins; his brother Tim; and his sister Debbie Siemers.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 11:00 am, at Zion Lutheran Church, 245 Central Avenue S, Milaca, MN with visitation starting at 10:00 am. Following the service, a reception will be held at the church.