Robert L. Wiebe, CPA – In Memoriam
July 17, 1953 – October 7, 2021
A third generation resident of Fresno County, Robert Wiebe’s lifetime commitment to the valley endured. Handling harvest and day-to-day operations, Robert nurtured the legacy by farming the family farmstead first owned by his grandfather
Outside of work, Robert was an avid reader of historical biographies and books. He and wife, Therese, were proud parents and grandparents. They collected select art from local artists, including a commissioned sculpture by Fresno’s late artist Clem Renzi, which depicts Robert’s vision of the accounting profession. The Balancing Act is displayed prominently in our conference room.
Experience
Graduating from Fresno State University in 1976 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in accounting, Robert’s first experiences in his chosen field included a three-year stint with the IRS. There, he learned IRS operations and procedures, audit, collections, and the administration of income tax.
Robert’s work in public accounting launched in 1978 when he became a tax partner and strong real estate specialist at a Fresno firm. With indispensable industry experience in real estate and agriculture, Robert opened an independent practice in 1991. After several years, a merger and partnership, Robert’s practice evolved into Wiebe Hinton Hambalek, LLP.
Practice
Robert’s wide experience in the real estate industry and his success in consulting for closely held businesses clients in a host of areas have earned the firm an enviable reputation, But his command of complex like-kind exchanges made him a respected authority in this highly technical specialty. As a speaker and a student Robert kept up-to-date nationally on emerging real estate and tax planning opportunities.
General practice specialties included partnership reorganizations, income and estate tax planning, business consulting, and litigation support.
Community Involvement
Robert was been active in many community organizations over the years and served as Treasurer of the Fresno County Economic Development Corporation. In the past, he was involved with the Family Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI), Fresno Historical Society and Fresno Survivors of Suicide groups.