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Robert Kirn Obituary

Kirn Sr., Robert F. Of Lynwood, IL, passed away peacefully on Super Bowl Sunday at the age of 83. He leaves behind his best friend and teenage sweetheart, Jean. Married for 63 grateful years. Together they loved and raised eight children, Vicki Copp, late Bobby Jr., Steve (Mary), Debbie Mittelbach, Cindy (Bruce) Palmer, Tammy (Rob) Bilderback, Michael (fiancée Sherrie) and Michele. Bob and Jean also shared their love with 17 grandchildren and 7 precious great-grandchildren. Bob was a Korean Army war veteran and worked as a proud tool and die maker. Retired from Ford stamping plant in 1997. Mass service on Saturday, February 20, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. at St. James Church, 22400 Torrance Ave., Sauk Village, IL. Big thank you to Ingalls Hospice, they're angels sent from heaven!

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 17, 2016.

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Lynn

February 18, 2016

My sincere condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time.

Rita Mitchell

February 18, 2016

So saddened to hear of the death of our Uncle Bob. Many wonderful childhood memories from family parties to picnics. He will be missed by many. Jeanine and the entire Kirn family are in my prayers.

Niece and cousin, Rita G. Mitchell

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