Robert Bobins Obituary

Thinking of Rob today...Lots of love, prayers and condolences to his parents to this day ...very sorry for loss of former teacher and colleague. Superb person and great teacher who we still miss.

I wanted to share how special Mr. Bobins meant to me: he was my 7th and 8th grade teacher. What a joy to have an inspirational teacher, person, mentor. He always pushed each of his students to the limits in the classroom. He broadened our horizons with literature: "The Counte of Monte Cristo", "Voltaire", "20,000 leagues under the sea", etc. He would quiz us in history, the passion he had when teaching was remarkable. He will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace Mr. Bobins!

To the Bobins family,
Today I came home to find out that the most EXTRAORDINARY teacher I have met has passed. I was extremely fortunate to have him as my 7th and 8th grade teacher at Mcpherson Elementary. Thanks to his encouragement and sincere caring I was able take a chance when deciding what high school to attend. He had a great sense of humor and was able to use it to capture his students' attention. I remember how he would go above and beyond to make sure we had reading materials, my favorites being The Count of Monte Cristo and The Nautilus. I will never forget that I got in a little bit of trouble for sneaking in a birthday cake to celebrate his birthday although our principal had prohibited all types of parties. What can I say, he deserved that and more...However, he came to the rescue and stood up for me. I will never forget him and I want you to know that my prayers are with you... To his parents, thank you for having such a wonderful son who was able to touch so many lives... with much love, I extend my sincere condolences.

My sincere condolences to Mr.Bobins
family, I was one of his student during my 7&8th grade in McPherson learn many things that today im grateful for. Last time I spoked to mr.bobins I was coming out of the condo building (state&ontario)downtown he asked about everyone in his class it was just amazing how he remembered us and didnt forget us. We will always remembered him with love & admiration..

Mr. & Mrs. Bobins,
I was very saddened this morning to hear of a great mans passing. I was blessed to have your son as a teacher, and a mentor in 7th and 8th grade. I've never learned so much about history in those 2yrs, he made a great impact in my life thru education and life lessons. Not to mention he good sense of humor, I still remembered the day he dropped OJ on his shoe and got his sock wet, all he did was laugh it off and dried it outside our classroom window. Your son will be remembered as great man, teachers and human being. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

My heart goes out to the Bobins family, my sincere condolences. Mr. Bobins made a wonderful impact on life. I had the opportunity to be his student during 7th and 8th grade. He cared about his students, he was so funny, a GREAT Teacher, the list goes on. He made good lasting impressions on our classes at McPherson. We will miss him dearly and surely he will not be forgotten.

I'm very sorry to hear of Mr.Bobins deaths.He was a great teacher.I have never come across a teacher that cared so much for my personal life and my education.Mr.Bobins left a lasting impression I will never forget him and count myself lucky to have had the oppurtunity to be taught by Mr.Bobins. "You have to be well rounded Julyana you can do more Julyana," these words got me through high school and then nursing school. Thank you Mr.Bobins

I'm very sorry to have learned of Rob's death. I worked with Rob in the U.S. Senate in Washington D.C. during the summer of 1997, and we became good friends, but unfortunately did not keep in touch very much. I will always be grateful for his friendship during our summer together.

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bobins,

I'd known Rob for the past 5 years. He was exceptionally honest and insightful as well as gifted in many areas. He was one of the most intelligent and compassionate and incredibly funny person I know. My thoughts are with you. I was just about to get in touch with him today (after talking with him a few months ago) and found out about this incredible young man, who had so much to offer, had died. There's not much one can say in such a tragic circumstance so I will just let you know that Rob will always be in my memory. Truly a wonderful person.

I only now have learned of Robert's passing. We went to Israel together years ago. He brought smiles to all that knew him. He will be missed.

I didn't know Rob for very long, but soon after we met I was drawn to his wit, charm and urbanity. He spoke to me about his love for teaching and it was evident how gifted he was. I am so sorry for your loss and will keep Rob in my memory.

Dear Virginia & Norman Bobins,
Donna and I extend our condolences to you on the sudden loss of your son, Robert. We lived at 417C Grant Place in the Portals with you and my daughter babysat Robert. Memories can help to sustain you. May peace be with you and your family.
Vernita and Donna Irvin

I am very sorry for your loss. I found Rob to be a wonderful, intelligent, funny and talented person. He will be missed.

Dear Mr. & Mrs. Bobins,
We at Weber Furniture Service want to send our sincere condolences. We have had the opportunity to work at both Mr. Bobins office at LaSalle Bank and your son's residence a few years back. We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Sincerely,
Weber Furniture Service

Dear Norm and Virginia,

Both of you lead by example and you have taught so many of us how to live life to the fullest, while retaining the highest values of family, friendship and community.

So it is even more than unusually sad to have to write this condolence. Our thoughts are with you at this unimaginable loss.

-Love always, Nick and Ellen Sack

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bobins,
I attended Latin with Robert and am so sorry to hear of his sudden passing. He was a wonderful person, and my thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Jessica Nixon Cashman

Mr. & Mrs. Bobins,

We send our condolences to you and your family on the sudden loss of Robert. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Dear Virginia and Norman,

I was so very sad to learn of your terrible loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you both at this very sad time. Robert was a very special person and he will be greatly missed.

Norm & Virginia,

I am so sorry for your loss and the loss of our good friend. Rob was a terrific person and we have many wonderful memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rob will always be in our hearts.

Dear Virginia and Norman-Robert was such a wonderful friend to me and I miss him! You know that I am always here for you and will see you no matter what! I love you!
XOXO-
Tracy Brownstein

Dear Virginia and Norman,

David and I are saddened by your terrible and tragic loss of your beloved son, Robert. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this painful time.

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bobins,
Jack and I were saddened to hear of the tragic loss of your son, Robert. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the happy memories you have of your son help you through the difficult times ahead.
With sympathy,
Mary Lou and Jack Lovell

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bobins,

I was a classmate of Robert's at Latin and remember him as a genuine individual who treated everyone with equal respect and kindness. May you find peace at this difficult time and beyond.

So sorry on your loss.

To the Bobbins Family:
So sorry for your loss. As a close friend in college, I knew Rob to be generous, extremely intelligent and hilarious. He will be missed by everyone that knew him.

Dear Norm & Virginia,
We were so saddened to hear about the tragic death of your son, Robert. Please know you both are in our thoughts and prayers.

Our deepest sympathy to both of you.

Mr. & Mrs. Bobnins,

Our deepest sympathies for your families loss.

Mark de Souza and Family

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bobins,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. If there is anything I can do to help you through this terribly difficult time, please do not hesitate to ask. Please know your family will be in the thoughts and prayers of the Fazio family.

Dear Virginia,

It has been a long time since we've connected and I never dreamed it would be occasioned by your son's passing. My heart goes out to you and Norm at this very difficult time. Bob joins me in sending our sincerest sympathy.

Dear Virginia and Norman -

I was saddened to learn of your loss.

No words can adequately express the pain of experiencing the unexpected loss of one's child. Please take comfort in knowing that there are many prayers for the Bobins family during this most difficult time.

David Kudish

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss.

Jean Richek, Peggy Goldberg, Perry Goldberg, Jean Richek

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bobins,
Our heart goes out to you on the loss of
your son. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our Condolences,
Terry and Mia Cohen

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bobins,

I am greatly saddened by Robert's sudden passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences for my thoughts and prayers are with you.

I will always have lovely memories of Robert. He was a caring and cherished friend to many.

All my love,

Lisa Cahan Davis

My Dearest Virginia,

My heart goes out to you and Norman during this very difficult time. I was very saddened to hear of Robert's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Fondly,

Jodie Shagrin Kavensky

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bobins,

I am so sorry to learn of Robert's passing. I was in his class at Latin, and remember him being not only a very kind and decent person, but also a talented athlete and singer. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bobins,
I am so sorry to hear of the tragic passing of Robert. He will truly be missed.

We send our deepest sympathy on the sudden loss of your son, Robert. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Virgina and Norman,
I had the priviledge of working with both of you and through you I met a great young man,Robert. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Virginia and Norm,

We send you our very deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved son Robert. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.

Illinois Arts Council Staff
Terry A. Scrogum, Executive Director
Eliud Hernandez, Deputy Director

Dear Virginia and Norm,

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your beloved son Robert. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

The Illinois Arts Council
Shirley R. Madigan, Chair
Rhoda A. Pierce, Vice Chair

Mr. & Mrs. Bobins, I attended Latin School with Robert and am deeply grieved by this tragic loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. Best,

Virginia and Norm;

Robert has been in my thoughts and prayers for the last
41 years.He will remain in my thoughts. My daughter Lauri
remembers him as the sweetest and kindest of her playmates when she was a toddler. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

All my love,

Leslie

I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of Robert. He was very kind to me during my teaching career at McPherson. He was a friend.

Mr. & Mrs. Bobins,

I had attended the Latin School with Robert and am truely shocked and saddened by his sudden passing. My deepest condolences go out to you both.

Words seem wholly inadequate at a time like this but I want you to know that I am deeply saddened to hear the dreadful news about Robert. He was a real gem and I will miss him dearly.

You are in my thoughts and prayers,

Norm and Virginia:
Laura and I were saddened to hear about the loss of your son Robert. We will keep you in our prayers.
Bob & Laura Lunn

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bobins,

I attended Latin with Robert, and we sang together in the bass section of the Upper School Chorale. My deepest sympathies to you on your loss. Robert was a kind and good-hearted friend.

Sincerely,

Your sadness is felt around the world.

I hope Rob finally has lasting peace and is glad seeing how many he touched and know he was loved.

Thoughts and prayers to all of you.

Dear Norm and Virginia,

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. May you find comfort and peace in the many wonderful memories you must have of him.

Barb Skierkowski (LaSalle Bank)

Virginia and Norm,
We are so sorry for the loss of Robert. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love, Pam, Scooter, and Molly Simon

Dear Virginia and Norm: Our words are inadequate to convey the depth of our sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both. Gayle & Glenn Tilles

Norm & Virginia
We were heartbroken to hear of the loss of your beloved Robert. Our hearts are with you. May you be comforted amongst the mourners of Zion and Israel.
Laurie & Milt Wakschlag and Family

Our heartfelt condolences on roberts sudden passing.

Norm and Virginia,

I was so sorry to hear of Robert;s untimely passing. Please know that I am sending my thoughts and prayers to you. Robert was one of my most favorite students of all times. I am so proud to hear he became a teacher for a while. May you find comfort in his loving memory.

Shirley Newberger Rosenbloom

Ned Turner and Kevin Hickey, Robert's neighbors, send our sincerest sympathy to Robert's parents. We admired Robert very much.

The Cunniff Family extends our deepest condolences.

Norm and Virginia,

We send our deepest condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

David and Patty Rooney-Lingo

I am sorry for the loss of Robert. He was a great guy with a good heart and soul. I hope that you can take solace in the fact that he was very loved by his friends.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Norm and Virginia

Words cannot express the pain you must be feeling. Denise and I will keep you in our prayers.

Norman & Virginia -

We send our deepest condolences to you on the loss of your son, Robert.

Sylvia and Phil Spertus

I am shocked and saddened for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.

Norm and Viginia- words cannot express our feelings. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

We were saddened to learn of Robert's passing. Our sincere sympathies and thoughts are with you.

Ferne and Howard Stone

Virginia and Norm,

David and I send our heartfelt condolences. You are both in our prayers.
I remember seeing Robert in DC when he was in Senator Abraham's office and laughing at the stories he told of working on the Hill. May his memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.

Marianne and I want to extend our deepest sympathies on your tragic loss.

Stuart Taussig

The whole Kramer family is shocked and saddened by your terrible loss. We enjoyed Robert's company on many occasions and we know that he contributed to all who knew him. Our deepest sympathy to you.

I am terribly sorry for your loss. You are in my thought and prayers during this difficult time.

Norman and Virginia - I can't imagine the loss of your only child. My heart aches for you both. I 'm still shocked at the suddenness of his passing. I always liked working for him - he was a truly nice person.

Mr. & Mrs. Bobins,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bill Grogan & Bob McKenna

Virgina & Norm,

You are in my prayers and thoughts.

Dear Mr. & Mrs. Bobins, We cannot fully convey our smypathy for the loss of your beloved son. Robert was one of the nicest guys we've known and we will all miss him, too.

Our hearts go out to you. You are in our prayers

Dear Virginia & Norm:
John and I were devestated to see of your immeasurable loss.We send our deepest sympathy at this painful time,
fondly
Carol & John( Carol Prins & John Hart)

Mr. Bobins, we are shocked to hear of your heartbreaking loss; our sincere condolences to you and your wife at this very sad time.

L and F Azambuja
(Former employees of ABN / La Salle)

Norm and Virginia,

This is a shocking and devastating loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Norman and Virgina

Sue and I have you in our prayers during this time of terrible loss.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bobins family.

Dear Virginia:
my heartfelt sympathy.

Mr. Bobins, I am truly sorry for your loss. I remember meeting your son at Mr. Beef one Saturday afternoon as the two of you enjoyed a fun lunch together.

We are heartbroken for your terrible loss!

Norm and Virginia:

Nancy and I are heartsick to hear of your loss. So many emotions, so little to say. You were so fabulous for Nancy and the kids a little more than 9 years ago - none of us ever forgot your support. Our thoughts, prayers, love and support are with you both during this horrible period of grief. All our love.

My deepest sypathy.

Norman and Virginia:
Anne and I are deeply saddened by your loss.