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Bess Robinson Obituary

Robinson, Bess Peacefully passed away on May 2, 2018 at the age of 93. Bess was born on April 27, 1925 in Chicago, Illinois and she and her late loving husband, Burt Robinson, lived in the Carillon retirement community in Plainfield, IL. Bess is survived by her brother William Kallas, nephews Bill Kallas, Jim Kallas; nephew by marriage Jerry Jerabek; nieces Kathy Jerabek, Karen Kallas, and Amanda Kallas, niece by marriage Celia Kallas; grandnephew Andrew Kallas, and grandnieces Andrea Kallas, Krista Kallas, Victoria Kallas and Anastasia Kallas. Additionally, Bess is survived by her loving and supporting friend, Gail Linhart. A wake ceremony will be held on May 10, 2018 from 4pm to 8pm and a funeral service on May 11, 2018 at 11am, both at Anderson Memorial Chapel at 21131 W. Renwick Rd., Plainfield IL 60544 with a brief burial service laying her to rest at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 20953 W. Hoff Road, Elwood, IL 60421 besides her late loving husband Burt Robinson. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Bess' life. Flowers and condolences may be sent to Anderson Memorial Chapel at the address noted. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org) appreciated. (www.AndersonMemorialHomes.com) (815) 577-5250

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 8, 2018.
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My Condolences To The Family;
I'm so sorry for your great loss. May all of the beautiful memories that you all shared with your loved one, bring you all some comfort when sadness sets in.

May 8, 2018

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family during this time of grief. 1 Corinthians 15:26.

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May

10

Wake

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Anderson Memorial Home & Heartland Cremation Services - Plainfield

21131 W. Renwick Rd., Plainfield, IL 60544

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11

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11:00 a.m.

Anderson Memorial Home & Heartland Cremation Services - Plainfield

21131 W. Renwick Rd., Plainfield, IL 60544

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21131 W. Renwick Rd., Plainfield, IL 60544

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