Robert Leroy Arends was born on September 27, 1967 in Rockford, IL to Leslie and Gladys Arends. He grew up in Ellsworth, MN and attended school. He lived in Mankato, MN, George, IA, Rushmore, MN and was currently living in Fulda, MN. He worked various jobs over the years. Robert passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2017 at his home. He enjoyed listening to music, fishing, card games, 10,000 dice game, sitting with family and friends and having a good time. Robert always had to be heard and had to have the last word.

Survivors include his sons, Justin Rehnelt and Casey Rehnelt; fiancé, Lori Blochowitz; step children Seth Jones and Alexis Jones; 2 sisters, Cindy (Dave) Lessor, Les (Nadine) Arends and Lori Arends and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and step daughter, Kaliegh Jones. 

Memorial services  will be 1:00 PM Monday, June 12, 2017 at the Totzke Funeral Home in Fulda. The Totzke Funeral Home in Fulda is assisting the family with arrangements.