Robert A. Shaak

Robert “Bob” Shaak, 86, of Quakertown, PA, died on June 11, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospice House. Born in Quakertown, Bob was the son of the late Ralph Shaak Sr. and the late Pauline (Auer) Shaak. Bob is preceded in death by his daughter, Kelsey. Bob had another daughter, Roslyn, pass away from cancer at a very young age, too. He is also predeceased by Ralph Jr. (Jack), William (Billy), Mickey, Mary (Bearns), Debbie (Sowers), and baby Patsy. He is survived by his wife, Kelly.

Bob grew up in Sellersville, PA and attended Pennridge High School. After high school, he joined the United States Army and was stationed in Germany, where he proudly served for two years.

Bob worked for Ametek U.S. Gauge in Sellersville for 44 years. He retired from “The Gauge” in 2001, but was far from finished working. Never one to be idle, Bob became everyone’s handyman, taking care of house, yard and pool projects for anyone who needed a hand.

Bob stayed strong and fit throughout his life. He joined his friend Paul Edwards of QT Relocation Specialists as a mover. He became an early pickleball champion long before it gained today’s popularity. He was a fan of local and Philadelphia sports teams. His interests also included hunting, fishing and boating. He was an avid camper and loved spending time at the beach and Lake Wallenpaupack.

Above all else, Bob loved his family deeply and cherished the time spent with them. As one of 13 children, the importance of family was imprinted on him from the beginning. He developed a deep sense of responsibility and love, and was hard-working and resourceful throughout his life. The Shaak family picnics at the home of Kelly’s parents, Stan and Connie Slotter, have been a summer tradition for 38 years!

Always up for a party or adventure, Bob loved country music, Motown and dancing, and could always be counted on for breakfast. He embraced joy and happiness with a youthful energy and sustained a steadfast presence in the lives of the many people he loved. One of his favorite phrases was, “Don’t let the old man in.” For most of his years he did just that, seeming invincible, until the loss of his precious daughter Kelsey in December.

Bob will be dearly missed by Kelly, truly his partner, advocate and best friend during their 40 years together. He will also be missed by his surviving siblings, Ronnie, Jeffrey, Sandy, Phyllis, Becky (Orr), and Cass, along with 19 nieces and nephews, 29 great nieces & nephews- and that’s just his side of the family. On Kelly’s side, he will be deeply missed by Gockey, Ruthie, Kim, Rick, and Kris, Wally and Raini and their families, along with four nieces and nephews and three great nieces & nephews. He was like a grandpa to Wesley, Nolan, and Kennedy Grace.

All are invited to visit Bob’s family on Friday, June 20, from 10:00 AM ~ 1:00 PM, located at Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd., 135 W. Pumping Station Road, Quakertown, PA 18951 (215-536-3343). A memorial service will begin at 1:00, followed by a graveside service at Saint Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church of Applebachsville, 837 Old Bethlehem Road, Quakertown, where Bob was a member. A reception at Silver Creek Athletic Association, 2943 R.t 212, Hellertown, will follow the burial.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bob’s name to the Veteran’s Association or Hospice House on Black River Road.

All arrangements are made by Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd.