Robert "Bob" Degen
Degen, Robert “Bob”, 104, husband of 74 years to Vivian Elaine Gibson Degen, died Mon. Nov. 23, 2009 at St. Joseph Hospital. Born in Scranton, PA, he was the son of the late William W. and Augusta Rautenberg Degen. Mr. Degen wrote the famous song “Hokey Pokey” with the late Joe Briar in 1944. He was a member of Southern Hills United Methodist Church. In addition to his wife, survivors include two sons, Bill and Bob Degen; a grandson, Chris Degen; and two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by four brothers; and two sisters. A private family gathering will be held Sat. at Kerr Brothers, Harrodsburg Rd.