"Bob was my friend. We served together in the 1st battalion 6th infantry of the 23rd inf. Division ?Americal, born under the southern cross.? Bob and I were on a gun team. I carried the gun and Bob was the point man. We woke in the morning and sarge told us we were on point. Bob stepped up and walked out. I was there when he received a medal with a V device for valor. I was with him when he earned it. Did he ever tell you all about that twelve foot long Burmese python we got. I loved that man. He was my friend. My heart is on the ground."
In loving memory of
Robert Joynt
December 31, 1950 - July 11, 2020
Visitation for Robert Joynt will be held from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM on Sunday, July 19, 2020, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Buffalo Center. A wake service will be held at 5:30 PM following visitation. Due to Co-vid restrictions, a private Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM on Monday, July 20, 2020, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Interment will be in East Cemetery in Rake. Friends are welcome to join in the funeral procession at approximately 11:30 to East Cemetery in Rake for the graveside service. All are invited to the reception following the graveside service at the Duve Residence, 203 2nd St. SW, Rake. The Funeral Mass and graveside service will be live streamed on Oakcrest Funeral Services Facebook Page.
Robert "Bob" Bernard Joynt was born December 31, 1950 in Emmetsburg, IA, the son of Earl and Rosella (Bisenius) Joynt. He attended Emmetsburg Catholic High School and graduated from Emmetsburg High School in 1969. After high school he attended Emmetsburg Jr. College for one year, before being drafted into the United States Army.
Bob was very proud of his service in the Army. He served in Vietnam in '70 and '71 and was awarded the Bronze Star with Valor for his bravery and actions in combat. He was honorably discharged and was often seen wearing his DD-214 t-shirt, which identified his honorable discharge from the Department of Defense.
After his military service, he returned to Emmetsburg, where he met Jackie, who was attending nurses training there. He worked for Jack Kibbie on his farm, before moving to Sergeant Bluff and Canton, SD to work for Muv All and Heavy Haul Trailer Companies from 1975 to 1978. Bob and Jackie moved to Rake in 1978, where Bob started and operated Joynt Plumbing & Heating until his retirement in 2012.
Bob was united in marriage to Jacqueline "Jackie" Jordahl on November 18, 1972 at Zion Lutheran Church in Rake. Bob served as the Mayor of Rake for two terms, on Rake's City Council, Winnebago County Supervisor for 8 years, trustee on various Parish committees, and B.C.R.L. School Board. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and he was a member of the Rake Fire Department as well as a 1st Responder. Bob enjoyed golfing and spending time with family and friends. Bob and Jackie took a memorable trip to Rome with friends in 2009. After his retirement, Bob stayed busy checking in on his grandchildren, visiting area casinos, and playing Cribbage with his friend Dave. He was known for his quick wit, humor, and honest personality.
Robert died Saturday, July 11, 2020, at his home in Rake. He was 69.
He is survived by his children, Melissa (Matt) Duve of Rake; their children, Emma, William, and Jack; Ryan (Melissa) Joynt of Lake Mills; their children, Jadyn, Dylan, and Keely; and Jon (Jessica) Joynt of Grimes; their children, Jackson, Emmett, Ayden, and A.J.; brother, Gerald Joynt of Mason City, Clem Joynt of Emmetsburg; sister, Mary (Bob) Johnson of Shafer, MN, and many cousins, nieces, nephews and close friends.
Bob was preceded in death by his wife Jackie, infant son, Jeremy, his parents and in-laws, infant grandson, Lewis Duve; brother, Paul and twin brother William, sister-in-law, Janice Joynt and brother-in-law Royce Jordahl.
Tributes
"Our sympathy to the family."
"Our sympathies to Bob\"s family for their loss of ahusband father and good man He will be missed in the community"
"Words cannot do enough right now. What I can say is I always knew that no matter what, Bob would be there if needed. Except the one time my carbon monoxide detector was going off at 6 in the morning. I didnt know what to do so I called him. His response, \"what the hell do you want me to do about it? Call Matt\". Lol When my girls and I moved back over 5 years ago, Paisley and Jovie called him Bobby from day one. He hated it, or pretended to, but EVERY single time we saw him driving around in his truck or saw him outside, we would yell and smile and wave to \"HI BOBBY\". He always stopped and gave my girls huge hugs. We will miss his presence and the sense of security and unconditional love he provided to the three of us. His smile will be greatly missed and we look forward to someday running to him again for hugs while yelling \"HI BOBBY\". Your family is so blessed to have had both your parents as examples of all that is good in life. We are here always. Vikki"
"My sympathy to the family may God comfort you at this time .. bob was a good man "
"I first met Bob when I started going to the Rake tractor rides and enjoyed visiting with him and his family. So sorry for your loss."
"Bob will be missed by all that met him. I was honored to call Bob a ?GREAT & LONG-TIME FRIEND? !! Bless him and his family. "
"You will be missed Bob! He had such wit and the ability to make you laugh. My condolences to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers."
"Bobs memory will always be present for being a good neighbor & friend as well as being active in supporting the community. Most of all, always willing to share a smile or a laugh. Esther Haugen & Bill Haugen (Claudia,Cedrick, Sebastian)"
"So very saddened to learn of Bobs passing. Let not your be troubled. A room had been prepared in heaven by his Savior Jesus Christ. Prayers for all the family Timothy Joynt. "
"Thanks for the great times with the four of us and after our spouses were gone. Wish this winter would have been different and we?d have gotten in on a farkle game or two. Always rather crazy but great memories. "
"My thoughts and prayers are with your family .Bob made a very strong impression upon meeting. I remember saturday night mass at st. Pats he always had a welcome smile. May your many memories bring you comfort. "
"I am so sorry to hear of Bob?s passing. What a good guy! I had many laughs with Bob. One of the most likable people you?ll ever meet. Also very talented at what he did. You all have my sincere condolences. "
"Your family is in our hearts and prayers"
"Joynt family, I am so sorry to hear of your father\'s passing. May God bless your memories......... Vickie Mulligan Godfredsen"
"Our prayers and sympathy to all the family, you\'ve been thru so much!??"
"You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob was such a great guy! With deepest sympathy. Steve & Michelle Hepperly ?"
"You all have my deepest sympathy "
"Prayers to all of you and your families. May your memories bring you comfort. "
"Praying for you all! Bob was an amazing guy, always kind, always willing to help and most of all the funniest guy!! Someone you looked to for a quick smile although, sometimes you knew he had a mischievous idea when you saw that grin! He will definitely be missed and know he loved his family with all his heart that I?m sure you knew! RIP Bob and let perpetual light shine on you!"
"We love you, dear cousins! Uncle Bob and Aunt Jackie will always have a special place in my heart! "
"To you we are so sad to hear about the passing of your dad and Grandpa. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with each one of you. May all the special memories you have hold a very special place in your heart. ???"
"Our thoughts are with your family. "
"Hugs and prayers to all the Joynt family. Marilyn DeLawyer"
"thoughts and prayers for the Joynt family, keep the memories close"