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Robert Olmstead Obituary

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

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 7, 2013.
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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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12

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2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Willowbrook

7000 South Madison Street, Willowbrook, IL 60527

May

13

Funeral service

9:00 a.m.

Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Willowbrook

7000 South Madison Street, Willowbrook, IL 60527

May

13

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Hugh Church

7939 West 43rd Street, Lyons, IL

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Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Willowbrook

7000 South Madison Street, Willowbrook, IL 60527

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