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Robert Kalem Obituary

Kalem, Robert F., Sr. Beloved husband of Helen. Cherished father of Robert Jr., Jacqueline (Jeffrey) Whyle and Jennifer. Loving grandfather of Kimberly and Christina. Visitation Monday, April 2nd, 3:00-9:00pm at Rago Brothers Funeral Home 624 N. Western Ave., Chicago. Prayers Tuesday 9:15am from the funeral home to St. Helen Church, Mass 10:00am. Interment private. In lieu of flowers memorials may be offered to the charity of choice. Services arranged by Durante Funeral Group, Gary A. Durante, Funeral Director. For Info 773-276-7800.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 1, 2012.

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Jackie Whyle

November 23, 2019

Happy Birthday

Jennifer Kalem

March 26, 2019

Miss you Daddy

Jennifer Kalem

March 26, 2019

Dad there is not a day that goes by that I dont think and miss you wish you were here I bet mom is still giving you a headache love you your little girl Jennifer

Christina Kalem

April 1, 2012

I love you grandpa so much I will miss you I promise I will do you proud love Christina

Jennifer Kalem

April 1, 2012

I love you Daddy with all my heart & soul I will miss you so much I will always always be your little girl I will never ever forget you & I promise I will cherish all the times we had (sears tower) I promise you Daddy I will always take care of mom I truly love you & miss you love your little girl Jennifer

Pamela Pluta

April 1, 2012

May you Rest In Peace Uncle Bob, you gave us many wonderful memories from Texas back to Chicago. We will never forget you. You will live in our hearts forever. Love your niece, Pamela

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