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Robert Kleinschmidt Obituary


Kleinschmidt, Robert R. 59, of Chicago, very much loved husband of Penny Petersen, beloved son of the late Hub and Adeline Kleinschmidt, dear brother of Frank (Dorothy), Tom (Peg), Ron (Jean) and Don Kleinschmidt, loving son-in-law of Charlie and Arlene Messino. Bob was known as "Uncle Bob", "Bobbo", "Builder Bob", "Big Buddy", and "What About Bob", by his much-loved nieces and nephews, as well as a huge extended family. Retired detective with the Chicago Police Dept. Visitation Saturday, 2:00 to 8:00 p.m., with a St. Jude Service at 7:00 p.m. at Oehler Funeral Home, Des Plaines Chapel, 2099 Miner St. (Rte 14/NW Hwy at Rand Rd), Des Plaines. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob's name may be made to the Leukemia Research Foundation, 3520 Lake Ave., Suite 202, Wilmette, IL 60091. All donations will be routed to the Nick Madrid Chapter. Nick was a very special person in Bob's life. Funeral info 847-824-5155.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 9, 2008.

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Naomi M

June 2, 2008

Penny,
I am so very sorry for your loss.
I am praying and thinking of you daily. May all your memories be happy and I hope you know you are surrounded by people who love you.
-Naomi

Betty (Hanson) Bensen

May 23, 2008

I read in the paper about Bob passing. I knew Bob when we were 12 and 13 years old. My parents owned the Bob Inn Tavern and Grill in Logan Square. It saddens me Bob is gone at such a young age. I remember him well as child. We use to walk home from St. Johns and play at Geothe playground together. I remember him so well because he the first boy that kissed me. My sympathy to his family and may God bless you during this hard time.

Betty (Hanson) Bensen

Melissa, Mike, & Mary Elizabeth Rogers

May 13, 2008

Dear Penny, We share your hurt. We loved Bob and we know how deeply you feel his loss. May you be comforted by your family and the many dear friends who love you. We are proud to be among them and we are here for you. It is just physical miles that separate us. God Bless...

Mary Anne Blyth

May 12, 2008

Dear Penny:

Accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband. May all the good times see you through this difficult period. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Rich Bargi

May 11, 2008

Dear Penny, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Joe and I will keep you in our prayers. Rich and Joe Bargi

Mike Maines

May 10, 2008

A great cop,fine detective,loved by all,will be missed by his loving family.
Bob was a good friend.

Captain Jeffrey ,Rhonda,Christopher Smith

May 10, 2008

Dear Penny Our hearts and prayers go out to you . Bob was a very special man , and I feel honered and blessed to have known Bob. I will always cherish our times spent fishing together.

Tim Hansen

May 9, 2008

Penny, My family is praying for you and offers our deepest condolences. God bless.

Joe Jeannotte

May 9, 2008

Dear Penny, and all of Bob's family:
Please accept my deepest and sincerest condolences. Bob was a good guy. I had the rare opportunity of knowing him as my partner, and I miss him. I am sending this with the warmest regards for you and yours.

PAT AND JAN KEANE

May 9, 2008

NO WORDS CAN DESCRIBE HOW VERY SORRY WE ARE ...BOB WAS A GREAT GUY AND A GREAT NEIGHBOR...WE WILL MISS HIM VERY MUCH.

May 9, 2008

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to you and your family. May the love and good memories help heal your heavy heart. Bob will be in our prayers and thoughts always.

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Joan, Matthew and Harper

May 9, 2008

Dear Penny-

You have lost a great man, and we have lost a great friend!

We love you and our thoughts are with you.

Beth Collins (Northern Trust)

May 9, 2008

Penny and Family,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May all the loving memories bring you comfort through this period and always.

Fondly,

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