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Robert Getz Obituary
Getz, Robert Byrne March 24, 1966 - June 14, 2007 Rob, grandson of the late Oscar and Emma Getz of Chicago, died on June 14, 2007, losing his courageous fight, almost 12 years after being diagnosed with a brain tumor. He was born, and spent his early years, in the suburbs north of Chicago, IL. He grew up in Aspen, having moved there when he was 11 years old. After getting married, he lived 20 years with his wife and 3 boys in Pacific Grove, CA. He died in Phoenix, AZ surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was a gentle soul that always had a smile on his face. He brought joy to everyone he met, right up to the end. He is survived by his three sons, Billy, Jamie, and Jordan, who were the center of his universe, along with his mother, Marion Byrne Getz, father, Bill Getz (Marilyn), sister Cindy Wilson (DB), their children Megan and AJ, brother Randy Getz (Kim) and their children Michael and Morgan, sister Pam Getz, brother Rick Getz (Julie) and their children Nathan and Nicolas, and scores of wonderful friends, all who loved him dearly, and his wife Sheryl Getz. He will be greatly missed by all. There will be a memorial service at the Aspen Chapel on July 2nd at 10am, followed by a reception at the Sundeck on Aspen Mountain (gondola loading begins at noon). There will be another memorial service in Pacific Grove at a date to be announced. 
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Dino and Mary Jane Tubekis
July 2, 2007
The Tubekis family of Wilmette was saddened to read about the loss of your son, Robert. We pass by your house almost daily and remember you and your little tykes. To us, it's still the Getz house. We send you our sincere sympathy.
Kraig Footlik
June 27, 2007
Me and my family are are so sorry for your loss. Rob was one of my best friends and we enjoyed so many fun times together growing up on Meadow Drive in Wilmette. Both of us being the youngest brothers of renown, fantastic, free spirited families was our common bond. Not many 10 year old kids were hanging out after school listening to the Allman Brothers like Rob and I used to. Even though it was so long ago I remember a how Rob always was smiling and how he always seemed to have fun no matter what he was doing. You will be greatly missed.
Susie Tubekis-Davis
June 27, 2007
To The Getz Family,
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your son, Robbie. Having a son of my own, I can somewhat understand the grief you must be going through. Rob's brave fight for his life has sadly ended. We can only know that he is peaceful now. His attitude and smile will surely be missed by all.
In Deepest Sympathy for your families,
Ramona Kropel
June 27, 2007
Please accept my sincerce sympathy on the loss of Rob. I remember him as a little boy coming to the Barton offices with his sisters and brothers. I will keep you in my prayers.
Ken Lakin
June 25, 2007
Sorry we cannot be with you in person in Aspen to celebrate Rob's life but we will be with you in spirit.
The Lakin Family
Linda (Goldman) Polaretzki
June 25, 2007
Getz Family - I am very sorry for your loss. I didn't know Rob personally, but I have known the Getz family through my mother, Shirley Goldman, who was employed by Emma Getz. I have heard many a wonderful story about all the grandchildren over the years. Again I am sorry for your great loss. I have been trying to locate Bill and Marilyn for awhle. If someone could contact me, I would appreciate it.
David Hobbs
June 22, 2007
Dear Getz Family,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
I cannot believe what I am reading.
It seems like yesterday that I was picking him up for a visit to Gram's house, or dropping him off at Dad's for dinner.
May the peace of God keep him and give him eternal rest.
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