Olmstead, Robert G. Age 86, at peace in Christ May 5, 2013. Beloved husband of Virginia M. Olmstead (nee Dietmeyer) for 55 years; loving father of Mary T. Olmstead, Ruth Olmstead, Carol (Jan) Miecznikowski, Monica (Phillip) Eberz and Robert F. (Marni) Olmstead; dear grandfather of Brian, Emily, Ginny, Monica, Payson, Genevieve, Aidan and Evy; fond brother of Louise Agos, James (Joan), Thomas (Cassandra) and the late Richard (Mary) Olmstead; dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Bob had a distinguished 30-year career as a reporter for the Chicago Suntimes, Associated Press and as editor for the National Catholic Reporter. Visitation Sunday, May 12th from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services, LTD. 7000 S. Madison St., Willowbrook. Funeral services Monday, prayers 9:00 a.m. at the funeral home proceeding to St. Hugh Church 7939 West 43rd Street, Lyons, IL for Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, Evergreen Park, IL. Memorials to Women's Care Center of LaGrange 47 S. 6th Street; Suite 1, LaGrange, IL 60525 would be appreciated. Service info 630-325-2300 or www.adolfservices.com
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I am sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult times.
With Love,
The Gray Family (11th ave)
Millie Gray
July 11, 2013
Dear Ginny, You crossed my mind this morning, and I decided to do a FB Check and found this Obit. My Heart is sad! So very sorry for your family's loss. I know a little of what that feels like, as I loss Harry in Oct, of 2009. Miss you, and the family so much! Love, Prayers,and God's Blessings to you all! Sandy Smith and family.
Saundra Smith
May 31, 2013
My life has been enriched having known him.
His family is his real legacy.
God Bless them now and always.
Terry Bermann
May 11, 2013
Very sorry for your loss.. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Garry Watkins
May 10, 2013
Deepest sympathies to the whole family. You're in our thoughts, hearts and prayers.
Mary Lou Carta and Family
May 10, 2013
Dear Ruth & family,
We were very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love
Sue & Ted Bazer
Ted Bazer
May 8, 2013
A dear friend who let me walk with him through his last months. I am grateful.
John Wallace
May 7, 2013
Our prayers are with you at this time.
Frank & Maryann Hodges
May 7, 2013
Marvelous father and husband, terrific reporter, wonderful friend. You are missed.
Lori Granger
May 7, 2013
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