Robert Wolgemuth, a prominent figure in the realm of Christian publishing and the spouse of author Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth, passed away on Saturday due to complications from pneumonia. He was 77 years old.
He held the position of president at Thomas Nelson Publishers and co-founded Wolgemuth & Associates in 1992, which evolved into a literary agency representing over 100 Christian authors. As an author himself, he penned more than 20 books, including titles like Gun rap, the lies humans believe, the finish line, and notes to men’s daily bible. He co-wrote You can trust God to write your story with Nancy, who is also known for her work with Revive Our Hearts, a global women’s mission organization.
Wolgemuth’s literary contributions have sold over two million copies, and five of his works received Silver Medallion Awards from the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association.
He was a father to two adult daughters from his first marriage to Bobby Wolgemuth, who passed away in 2014. In 2015, he wed DeMoss.
Wolgemuth was hospitalized on Christmas Eve.
Whenever Robert traveled any distance, such as driving to an appointment or flying to another city, he would text me upon arrival, stating, “I’m safe.” He liked to keep me informed about his travels.
I am writing to let you know that Robert is “safe.” pic.twitter.com/3hZB7fppWN
— Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth (@NancyDeMoss) January 10, 2026
Following Robert’s passing, Nancy shared on social media: “Every time Robert went somewhere, maybe to an appointment or flying somewhere, he’d text me when he arrived with a simple message: ‘You’re safe.’ I wanted to let you know that Robert is ‘safe.’ My dear husband has reached his final destination. He’s returned home safely.”
In his last days, family and friends surrounded him, engaging in hymns, prayers, and expressions of love, according to Nancy.
“We left Robert’s weary body in the hospital room,” she reflected. “While he will soon be buried, he is more alive than ever. This faithful, brave man of God has entered eternal rest and reward, not due to his own merits, but because of Christ’s immense grace and love. We have shed many tears recently, and I expect more to come. Robert loved me in ways I never imagined. We shared 10 wonderful years together—my mind can hardly grasp his absence.”
“But I find comfort in knowing that when he is resurrected, his body will be transformed,” she added, quoting Scripture to express hope for the future: “No more sickness, no more sorrow, no more pain.”
Friends from the Christian community paid tribute to Wolgemuth, recognizing his impact.
This is my friend Robert Wolgemuth. I went to be with the Lord early this morning.
Robert was a legend in the Christian publishing world. Introduced by a mutual friend, I can say he significantly influenced millions through projects like the New Believer’s Bible. pic.twitter.com/5qmmZuUb2W— greg laurie (@greglaurie) January 10, 2026
“Robert was a figure of great influence in Christian publishing,” noted Rowley, mentioning their collaboration on key publications. “Let’s keep Nancy and Robert’s family in our prayers during this difficult time, reminding ourselves that our grief comes with the hope of resurrection.”
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