Roberta “Bobbie” was born on December 24, 1940 in St. Paul, MN to Ernest & Genevieve Law. Bobbie passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones, on 11/01/21, she was 80 years old. Bobbie graduated from Washington High School in St. Paul, in 1958. She married David Piette on July 9, 1960 and they had 7 children together, in the span of 9 ½ years. After many years of folding diapers and raising her children, she reentered the workforce. Bobbie had a fulfilling career at 3M and when she retired, she was able to pursue her passion for photography, country dancing, and spending time with her grandchildren. She was dubbed “Granny” by her grandkids in the early 90’s, and she wore the title like a badge of honor. Granny was famous for her delicious banana bread, and it was a staple at every family gathering.
Bobbie is survived by all 7 of her children: Mike (Darlene) Piette, Craig (Beth) Piette, Scott Piette, Brenda Kyle, James (Misti) Piette, Lisa Piette, Kathy (Dan) Fischbach, and her 20 grandchildren: Stephanie, Erin, Jordan, Tyler, Isaac, Kevin, Steven, Rachel, Katie, Forrest, Maria, Jake, Hunter, Mitchell, Alex, Denver, Kristi, Gavin, Brooklyn and Jason, and 5 great grandchildren: Kaysen, Mya, Caden, Leo & Olivia. She is also survived by siblings: Marion Ness, Donald (Carol) Law, Linda (Greg) Carlson, and Pat (Don) Fitzgerald, and lifelong friend Nancy Mace. She is preceded in death by parents: Ernest & Genevieve, and siblings: Russell, Robert, Walter, Jean Law, Betty Smith, and Allen.
Special thanks to all of the staff at Vista Prairie at River Heights Senior Living community in South St. Paul and Avalon Hospice Services for their loving and attentive care.
Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Nov. 20th from 1-2pm with visitation from 11am-1pm at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave, Inver Grove Heights, MN. There will be a buffet luncheon after the service.