Robert A. Stracke

Robert A. Stracke 81, of DeKalb passed away on January 3, 2026, with family by his side at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb. He was born January 14, 1944, in Chicago, IL and was the son of Joseph and Lorraine (Sapenzia) Stracke.

Bob married Barbara A. Ward on March 26, 1977. He was proudly served in the United States Army.

Bob was known by many as he was the owner (along with partners) of Mardi Gras Lanes since 1992. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Survivors include; wife Barbara of DeKalb, three children; Michael Kolberg of Bourbonnais, IL, Angie Kolberg of DeKalb, and Brian Kolberg of Sycamore. Eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Cremation rites were entrusted to Finch Funeral Home 310 Oak St. DeKalb, IL 60115 815-758-3841.