Robert "Jim" Dolato, Jr.

Robert “Jim” Dolato Jr., 71, of La Crosse, died on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at the Gundersen Health System in La Crosse. He was born on February 26, 1948 in La Crosse to Robert and Neva (Oyer) Dolato Sr. Jim attended Central High School and served with the US Army during the Vietnam War stationed in Germany. Jim had worked at Norplex for many years. He was a car enthusiast, a year-round fisherman, enjoyed gardening, and loved his tomato plants. Jim also had a very unique sense of humor.

He is survived by his wife Patty, two step-daughters, Shelly Van Dyck and Carrie (Butch) Zimmerly, three grandchildren, Kayla Van Dyck and Carter and Kyle Cross, three great-grandchildren, Kendahl, Kehlani, and Houston Jr., a sister Lynda (Brian) Crees, two brothers, Roger Dolato and Daniel Dolato, numerous nieces and nephews, and his furry friend Abby. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Donna.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 3, 2020 at 6:00 PM at the Schumacher-Kish Funeral & Cremation Services of La Crosse. Rev. Martin Yeager will officiate. Burial will be at a later date. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 4:00 PM until the time of services. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred.