Robert A. Picardat age 61 of Manistee, died unexpectedly in Manistee on Thursday, March 26, 2020.

He was born in Manistee, Michigan on July 18, 1958 and was the son of the late Jerome J. and Roberta V. (Modjeski) Picardat. Bob was a graduate of Manistee Catholic Central High School with the class of 1976. After his graduation from high school, Bob attended Michigan State University for one year. Shortly after returning to Manistee he began his employment with the Morton Salt Company where he was preparing to retire this July, prior to his death. Bob thought the world of all his nieces and nephews. He was a very generous person who contributed too many charitable organizations and causes. He enjoyed reading and had a nice collection of books to show for it. One of his great passions was golfing and he has been a long time member of the Manistee Golf and Country Club, where he was very active with the "First Tee" of Northern Michigan. He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1128 of Manistee and a third Degree member of the Knights of Columbus MSGR. J. M. Steffes Council #853, where he had served for many years as the financial secretary.

He is survived by two sisters and brothers in-law, Judy and Denis Kuenzer of Brethren, and Michele and Keith Revolt of Traverse City, three brothers and sisters in-law, Jerome and Jo Picardat of Bloomington, MI, Brian Picardat (Bonnie Vankampen) of Wyoming, MI, and Kevin and Kathy Picardat of Springfield, Virginia, and his sister in-law, Carol Picardat of Manistee. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews who were close to his heart.

Bob was also preceded in death by his infant sister, Terri Lynn Picardat, his brother John R. Picardat and his sister in-law, Denise Picardat.
According to Bob's wishes, cremation has taken place and private family graveside services will be held at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Manistee. A celebration of his life will take place at the Manistee Golf and Country Club to be announced at a later date.

A memorial has been established in Bob's name for the "First Tee" of Northern Michigan and may be directed to Herbert Funeral Home, P.C., 706 Kosciusko Street, Manistee, MI 49660.

The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of funeral arrangements.