Robert Mann

Robert Mann, Jr., age 85, a longtime resident of Danbury died January 23, 2011 at Burnett Medical Center Continuing Care Center. Robert was born on August 18, 1925 in St. Paul, Minnesota to Robert, Sr. and Anna Mann. Robert served in the United States Marine Corps in the Pacific during WWII. He was awarded the Silver Star as a private first class in a fire-fight on Iwo Jima. He was also a recipient of a Purple Heart. Robert worked at the New Brighton Army Ammunition plant for over 40 years. After he retired, he made his home in Wisconsin. Robert was preceded in death by his wife Betty of 62 years; his son Gary Mann, Sr., and his parents. He is survived by his daughter Dianne (Phil) Havel; grandchildren Gary (Lauren) Mann, Jr., Kimberly (Sean) Lofgren, Chad (Tracy) Havel, Dana (Brian) Stanton, 5 great grandchildren Kellie, Gage and Alexis Havel , Colin and Pressley Stanton; brothers Kenneth, Gene, and Howard; along with other relatives and his wonderful neighbors in Wisconsin. A memorial will be held in the Spring of 2011 with military honors accorded to honor Robert's service. to his country.