Robert Birk Obituary

Birk, Robert A. Age 89, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2019, in Escondido, CA. He was just shy of his 90th birthday. He was preceded in death by his parents, Meyer and Ethel. He is survived by his loving life's partner, Marian; he was an admiring father of Victoria, Kathleen (Peter), Robert D., John (Michelle), Mary E. (Thomas), Thomas (Juliette), and Daniel; also a proud grandfather of 21; and great-grandfather of 11. Robert was a member of the National Guard of Illinois and the U.S., from 1948 to 1955, with the rank of Master Sergeant (E-7). He was born and raised in Chicago, lived in Elmhurst, Western Springs, and Downers Grove, Illinois, Escondido, CA, Sun Lakes, AZ, and (again) in Escondido, CA. He was a member of the National Association of Realtors, Illinois Association of Realtors, DuPage Board and LaGrange Board of Realtos [CPM, GRI, CRB], and the Institute of Real Estate Management. He loved old movies and musical comedies and was a member of the Theatre of Western Springs.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 16, 2019.

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Jeanell Birk

June 22, 2019

Grandpa Birk,

You sure did know how to make people feel extra special. You never forgot a birthday; how you made me feel loved with your annual birthday card. I greatly enjoyed pen paling with you for many years over the course of my childhood, as you inspired me with your stories of the theater. Your charisma was clear to anyone within a miles' radius, and I will forever cherish, and pass on, your delicious peanut butter sauce recipe. Thank you for always smiling, taking the time to know and remember us all, and as you always signed off- luv ya!

A D

June 19, 2019

Please accept my sincere condolences to the family and friends. Losing a loved one in death is never easy. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time. (John 17:3)

Kathleen Rasmussen

June 16, 2019

Dear Dad ,
I know this is your favorite picture of me . I never tired of hearing the story behind it . You were so proud !
Happy father's day Dad . I miss you terribly. You will always be so much a part of me and I will love you forever ❤
Your kitten Kat

Kitty Rasmussen

June 16, 2019

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Mary Condon

June 15, 2019

Dad,
You always made me feel like your special little girl. Thank you for my life, your love and our Birk family.
I love you Dad.
Mimi Effer

In memory of my Dad

June 15, 2019

My father Bob Birk was a great Dad! Always conveyed a classy demeanor through his entire life. I'll miss the phone calls reminiscing about past times of your life and mine. Learned a lot from our experiences together. Love you very much Dad.

Your son, John Kelly Birk

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