Robert L. Volk, 86, Harvey, ND died Monday, December 24, 2018 at the St. Aloisius Hospital in Harvey after a short battle with cancer surrounded by his family.

Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, December 29, 2018 at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Harvey, ND.

Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. with a rosary prayer service at 7 p.m. on Friday at the Hertz Funeral Home, Harvey, ND.

Committal services will be held Monday, December 31, 2018 at 12 noon at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery in Mandan, ND.

Robert Louis Volk was born on March 1, 1932 on his grandfather's farmstead north of Harvey, ND to Steve and Agnes  (Conrad) Volk.  He grew up and attended rural school north of Harvey.  He graduated from the Harvey High School in 1950.  He worked on the construction of the Garrison Dam from 1950 to 1952.  He enlisted in the US Navy in 1952 and served during the Korean War.  Bob served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) as an Aviation Technician 3.  He served in a patrol force off Formosa and earned the China Service Medal.  Bob was honorably discharged in 1956 and returned to Harvey.  Bob married Gloriann Arnold on July 12, 1955 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Esmond.  Six children were born to this union and they made their home in Harvey.  He began his career with Northwestern Bell Company which later became AT&T.  He retired in 1986.  Bob also farmed for many years having purchased the family farm north of Harvey in 1971.  He was a Harvey Rural Letter Carrier sub and was a census worker.  He also enjoyed his family time and trips to the farm during retirement.

Bob was a member of the St. Cecilia Catholic Church and served on the St. Cecilia Catholic School Board.  He was a past Grand Knight and a member of the Knights Of Columbus Council # 5217 in Harvey for over 50 years.  Bob served two terms on the Harvey City Council and was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America and the Wells Eagles Aerie # 3080 in Harvey.  Bob was passionate about his great love for his country and his patriotism.  He was a former commander and current Quartermaster/Adjutant of the VFW in Harvey and also served as the State VFW Commander in 2000 -2001. He was also a member of the VFW's Military Order Of the Cootie.  Bob was appointed by Governor John Hoeven to serve on the Administrative Committee of Veterans Affairs.   Bob was a charter member of the US Navy League, the AmVets in Bismarck and American Legion in Harvey.  He was also a member of the Harvey Color Guard.

Bob is survived by his wife of 63 years, Gloriann of Harvey, ND; six children, Steve of Mandan, Tim (Linda) of Beulah, Robert Jr. of Carrington, Cindy (Dave) Magnus of Pingree, Douglas (DeAnn) of Fargo, Tom (Heather) of Hazen; 11 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; brother, Don Volk of Atlantic, Iowa; sister-in-law, Deb Volk of Minot; nieces and nephews.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents Steve and Agnes; brother, Gary; sister, Geraldine Dahly and brother-in-law Will Dahly; sister-in-law Arlene Volk; great grandchild Bennett Paul Reule.