MacNerland M.D., Robert Harding 88 years old, at rest May 4, 2013 after a long battle with cancer. Son of the late Ethel and Wallace MacNerland. Beloved husband of the late Fran (nee ValDez); loving father of Teresa (Clifton), Carol, Jim (Caryn) and Dave (Selette); brother of Wayne (Eva); grandfather of Sam, Trevor, Devon and great-grandfather of Laini. He grew up in Oak Park and attended Oak Park High School. World War II Army Veteran, Europe, Technical Sergeant, First Class. Graduate of University of Illinois Medical School. 10 years of family practice. Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at Illinois Masonic and 30 years of Ob-Gyn practice. He has written, "See a baby, know God." It is believed that he has delivered between 2,000 to 3,000 babies. Practiced at MacNeal Hospital, Masonic and Cook County Hospitals. Assistant Professor of Medicine at Loyola. He was awarded the Golden Apple for teaching by his students. He was a member of the American Legion Post 1941 in LaGrange and the VFW in Downers Grove. He was a member of the Scottish Rite and a 32nd Degree Mason. A past President of Dobrovsky Club for Masons. He was a member of the Northwest Suburban Shriners Club. Driving a miniature '57 Chevy in parades. He was a member of the Sons of Norway and Ceska Beseda. A past Master of the Sunrise Lodge in Westchester. He was proud of his Norwegian and Scottish heritage. He had a great sense of humor and a mischievous smile. He was known for his patriotism, concern for his fellow man, and love of God. He was loved and cherished by all those who met him. Visitation Wednesday, May 8th from 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ltd. 7000 S. Madison St., Willowbrook. Funeral services will also be Wednesday evening beginning at 7:30 pm. Services will conclude at the funeral home. Private family interment: Lyonsville Cemetery. Memorials to Shriners Hospitals for Children, Attn: Development Office, 2211 N. Oak Park Ave; Chicago, IL 60707 or www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org would be appreciated. Service information: 630-325-2300 or www.adolfservices.com
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My son (52 yrs. old in Oct. )was delivered by Dr. MacNerland & also my 2nd. son . I got Dr. Mac. thru my girlfriends who he had delivered their children also. He was truly the most wonderful Dr. I have ever known ! He had a wonderful bed side manner & very gentle. He will be missed by many. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Phyllis Hough
May 8, 2013
Dr. Macnerland was my doctor when I had my first child 34 years ago. 3 years later I was pregnant with baby # 2 and moved away when I was 6 months pregnant. At my last visit with him, he marked my chart "no charge" for the whole 6 months. He told me that I could do something nice for a young person some day. My husband and I have never forgotten his generosity to us when we were young and short on money. We are now of the age when we can pay it forward and do! Thanks to a kind and wise man!
Mary Kay Koerner
May 8, 2013
My prayers are with the family of Mr. Macnerland and Judy. It was a pleasure and sure delight working and caring for him here at Hines VA Hospital. What an amazing person. I will never forget our conversations and laughs together. May your soul rest in peace Dr. Love you Susie
May 7, 2013
I am sorry for your loss.May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time.
Cheryl
May 6, 2013
Dr. MacNerland delivered by 2nd. child at Mac Neal Hospital on June 11, 1964. He was a FANTASTIC doctor and person. I can't tell you how much my family and I cared for him. I was so disappointed when, after a few months, Dr. MacNerland told me he was going back to school. I will always remember him as the finest person and doctor. Our deepest sympathy to the entire family...how proud you must be of your father's life. My deepest sympathy...Jackie Speelman
Oak Park, Il.
May 6, 2013
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