Robert Lawrence Granger, age 61, passed away peacefully at his home after a courageous battle with ALS, with family by his side.

Robert was born on December 14, 1964, to Robert Granger and Judith (Rosinsky) Albiero. He attended school in West Bend and later continued his education at Moraine Park. Robert had a lifelong curiosity about the world and a passion for learning and trying new things.

He lived life fully and on his own terms. From building an airplane, flying it, and even crashing it, to scuba diving, fishing and hunting, traveling, collecting the oddest treasures, and sharing a few drinks and laughs with friends, Robert embraced adventure and the joy of the moment. He was always ready for the next experience and never afraid to try something new.

Robert spent much of his working life self-employed, successfully running two businesses and taking on many other ventures along the way. He worked hard doing the things he enjoyed most, from building several homes to installing well pumps. He took pride in his work and in building a life through his own determination and skill.

Service to his community was also very important to Robert. For many years he proudly served as a firefighter and EMS provider with the Boltonville Fire Department. The department and its crew meant a great deal to him, and he considered them family.

If you knew Robert, chances are he made you laugh. He had a magnetic personality and a quick, witty sense of humor. He had a way of turning someone’s worst day into something a little brighter with a joke, a story, or simply his presence.

While ALS took away many of the things Robert had hoped to do, it never took away his independence or his determination. He continued making his own decisions and living life on his own terms until the very end.

Robert is survived by his son, Bret (Ashley) Morgan; his beloved grandchildren, Brann Granger Morgan and Ava Astrid Morgan, who brought him great pride and joy; and his mother, Judith J. Albiero.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert P. Granger, and his grandparents, Lawrence and Florence Granger. Aunts and Uncles.

Robert did not wish to have a formal service, but instead asked that people celebrate his life in their own way. So pour a drink, hold it up high, and raise a toast to Robert. Share the memories, tell the stories, and have a few laughs in his honor.

A heartfelt thank you to his closest friends and neighbors—those who became like family and supported him throughout his journey—as well as Heartland Hospice, who provided Robert and his family with compassion, strength, and support, and the Boltonville Fire Department for their care and dedication