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Robert Chana Obituary
Chana Sr., Robert F. 85, of Hinsdale, formerly of Riverside and Oak Brook, WWII Army Veteran. Beloved husband of 62 years of Dorothy (nee Alexander), devoted father of Dottie (George) Homeyer, Debbie (Douglas) Wicklander, Dyann (Kenneth) Kotansky, and Robert Jr. (Lori), dear grandfather of Matthew, Robert, Brooke, Andrew, Ann, Ashley, Jason, Paige, Jeffrey, Joseph, Cameron, John, Christopher, Cole and Carley, fond great-grandfather of Leila and Matthew, and special "pops" to Arthur Villarreal, dear brother of the late Richard (Dorothy) and Nevlyn Christeon, fond brother-in-law of Edna (Henry) Atella, also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation 3 to 9 p.m., Tuesday, at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside, where service will be held at 12 noon on Wednesday. Interment Oakridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Christ Church, 31st St. & York Rd., Oak Brook, IL 60523 or St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 W. St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, appreciated. Funeral Home Phone 708-352-6500. 
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Chana
Joyce Musil-Condon
May 14, 2007
Dear Dyann:
My parents let me know about your dad's passing and sent me the wonderful write-up about him that was in the paper. My folks live in Burr Ridge now and I live in Janesville, WI. We used to have great times at your house with your parents and Deb, Dot, & Rob. I'll bet your dad loved having so many grandchildren!! Your dad just had a special way about him that I'm sure lives on through his family. I wish you and your family comfort and peace during this difficult time.
May 2, 2007
Alfred Fanciullacci
I worked with Bob at Lions
International and never forgot
how wonderful and kind he always
was to me and everyone who knew him
Terri & Ken Mate
May 1, 2007
Aunt Dorothy & Family,
We wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. We have fond memories of Uncle Bob, especially at our wedding coming up on 16 years ago. On our video he is taking lots of pictures and appears to be having a great time! I hope he gives a big hug to my dad, my grandpa, Aunt Nevy, & Great Grandma & Grandpa Chana - All of whom live in my heart and I love SO much. We love you Uncle Bob! I'll never forget your laugh! Love, TerriLynn & Family
Kevin & Amy Kotansky
May 1, 2007
Dorothy and Family:
Amy and I send our sympathy to your entire family. Bob was a very special person and every time we saw him, he had a big smile on his face, plus a genuine hug. Celebrate his life, and we are sure he will be the life of the party in Heaven.
Nancy Carpenter
May 1, 2007
Your dad was a very special person to so many people and I know that you will miss him terribly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Nancy, Edmund and Alex Carpenter
Hank and Edna Atella
April 30, 2007
We remember all the wonderful times we've had together all these many years. We will miss Bob more than you'll ever know, and send our love and sympathy to all of your family.
Kathy Hutton
April 30, 2007
Aunt Dorothy, Dot, Debbie, Dyann, and Rob,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. May all your memories of good times last forever. Uncle Bob will be missed by many. Love you all, Kathy and Bob
John Jardine
April 30, 2007
Dorothy and Dottie,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Bob. I so enjoyed all the time we spent together at the Michigan Ave. National Bank and the years that followed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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