Robert Koranda Obituary

I had the pleasure of recruiting and then coaching Rob at Princeton. I am blessed with the opportunity to coach "The Best of The Best" and Rob fit right in and then added his own chapter.It is often said that Character Endures; well Rob had plenty of it and he shared it with all of us. My thoughts, prays and memories are with the Koranda's.

Thankyou for letting him be part of our family! coach d

Also to the grandparents, Hugo and Eunice, my heartfelt thoughts. A great loss but my what an impression he has left on so many lives. Cherish your fond memories!

Dear Ken and Sue,

There are no words to express our sorrow for you. Just know that our thoughts are with you.

Love,
Don and Kathey

Dear Katie and Scott,
I returned from vacation to find the horrible message that your beloved brother had passed away. I cannot possibly imagine the pain and grief your family is going through. I am so sorry for your terrible loss. Please know that the two of you and your family are in my prayers. God be with you and may Our Lady of Mount Carmel pray for you.
Love, Debbie

Rob knew how to bring his friends together. For the two years that I was in his fraternity, he was the centerpiece of SAE. He had a unique way with people. I will miss him, and I send his family my condolences.

The Koranda Family,

The loss of Robby has truely been felt around the world. He was an amazing person. He was so full of life, that he made the world a better place for all the lives that he touched.

Our deepest sympathy to you all,
Love Ruth and Peter de Carteret

Koranda Family,
I did not know your wonderful son but my son Andrew sat next to him for this year in their jobs at the bank. He spoke so many times about your son, Rob. They were learning and growing together in this their first year in the work world. He has been so hurt by this as were all the people who knew your son. I just want to say that Andrew will carry many things he learned from Rob with him throughout his life. This has changed his life and the world has lost a future leader. My heart is heavy and my thoughts are with you. Love, Charlene Romanosky

Dear Family,

We hope you find the love and comfort from your family and friends in this time of need. Our prayers are with you all.

Dina (Betty) Fassler, Rich Betty, and Maryann (Betty) Slagh

To the Korandas and all who mourn...

Robbie and my son started kindergarten together. The respect and love shown by all at his memorial service was enormous. I can't help but feel that if each young person who questions and is touched by his death, would strive, in Robbie's name, to make just one thing in this world better, mountains could be moved. What a fitting tribute.

Our prayers are with you in this time of crisis.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I know that the memories you share will keep Robbie alive in your hearts.

Sincerely,
Sharon Gatz

To the Koranda Family, We are so saddened to hear about Robert. Our two daughters went to school at Naperville North and our oldest daughter Nikki has fond memories of swimming with Katie during Katie's freshman year there. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great sorrow. Sincerely, Melanie and Steve Horn

To the Koranda Family,

Although I only knew Rob for two years, he made an impression on me that will last forever. He was a wonderful person. Those that had the joy of meeting Rob will never forget his smile, and genuine enthusiasm for life. May God bless all of you in this time of pain.

L.T. Lawler '05

Ken, Sue, Katie, and John,
Many people comment that teachers can have a great impact on the lives of their students, but I also believe that can work in reverse. Robbie is a fine example of that. Having the chance to know such a beautiful person has had a positive impact on my life. He left this world much to early, but what he gave in the 23 years he was here was nothing short of amazing. I am a better person for having known your family and I will keep you close in my thoughts. God Bless you.
Ann Banfield

To the Koranda Family and all of Rob's friends: My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences in this time of tragedy. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May Rob's spirit carry on through the many lives he has touched. God bless you all.

Ken and Sue - Our deepest and sincerest sympathies and our hearts and prayers are with you. Though we never had the opportunity to know your Robert, our youngest is about his age and we can only imagine the heartbreak you must be feeling at this time. May God be with you and your family...Tom and Ginny Kowalski

Our blessings from the Ahern family,from Hinsdale, are with all
of you at this time of sorrow. May your memories bring you peace and reassure you that love endures forever...Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless Your Family...all our love,
Helen, Jim and Heather Hardee,...Celeste and Joe Ahern..Jean and Ed Lubin...Judy and Rod Mitchell...Holly and Jim Mikulak...

I just wanted to let you know that I am praying for your family. Sometimes, things happen in this world that we cannot understand, but know that your son is in heaven with God and keep praying and remain strong.

Dear Ken and Sue,
There are no words to express how deep our sympathy is for you and your family. Rob was such an outstanding young man, and we were honored to know him. (It was such fun eating at the German restaurant last year) You are in our hearts and prayers more than you can imagine. So sorry we could not be there for you today, but we are here in any way you need - whenever you need us. Manny feels a deep, deep loss over this too, and will be there for John in any way that he can. Love you, and our hearts break with yours. Love, Jamie and Bobby

Dear Koranda Family,

I did not have the privilege of knowing Robert. Given the all the e-mails, I'm sure he was an extraordinary young man. My aunt and uncle are George and Jan McArdle. I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your son. Two thoughts have given me comfort over the recent death of our loved one: If you have faith, death is not good-bye, it simply means "I'll see you later". The other is that he is now infinitely happy. My deepest condolences to you all.

To the Koranda family:
I considered Rob a good friend and am terribly saddened at his death. All his Princeton friends will miss him.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Robby was a wonderful person and touched the lives of many. My deepest condolences to the Koranda family and friends. May peace be with you.

To the Koranda Family,

There are no words that we can use to express our deepest heart felt sympathy for the tragic loss of your beloved son Rob. He touched our lives in many ways we could never express and was certainly an inspiration to both our sons (Levelle & Chris). We have so many wonderful memories of them growing up together and experiencing life that will forever keep our hearts attached. What sweet memories of all those football games. We LOVE you and please know that we will keep you all in our deepest thoughts and prayers.

The Browns
(Levelle, Barbara, Levelle Jr, Chris, & Lashwawndra).

Please accept our deepest sympathy during this time of your sorrow. You can be assured of our prayers on behalf of your entire family. Yours truly,

MrandMrs Koranda; I am the athletic equipment manager at Princeton University. Sorry to hear of Rob's passing. May God continue to bless and keep you and also give you the mind to accept the things that we do not understand.Rob was a fine young man that i got to know when he first showed up for football practice. He will be missed.

My sympathy goes to the Korandas. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Ken and Susan, I, like Bill Griswold, went to high school with Ken and was so fearful when I read the names of those lost that Rob was your son. It is every parent's worst nightmare to experience what you are going through, and my husband and I wish to extend to you our deepest condolences. Rob obviously was an incredible young man and a testament to both of you. My prayers will be with you and your family at this tragic time. Lucy Moore Dallas H.T.H.S.C '68

To the Koranda Family-

I am terribly sorry to hear about the loss of your wonderful son Robert. I will always remember Robert from Huntington Estates Pool and what a pleasure it was knowing him, he was one of my favorites. I wish you all comfort in this time of sorrow. My deepest sympathy and prayers will always be with Robert and your family. May God Bless All Of You!

I was so sorry to hear about your tragic loss. I used to volunteer with Rob for PICS (Princeton in Chicago Schools). He was always smiling and he was so friendly and effort-making. You raised an incredible person.

My deepest heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Koranda's.

We read about your son Robert and his tragic death this week. We send our sympathy and prayers to you and your family. Dee & Chester Zaleski

Brother Ken:
I personally, and the members of Sunrise Lodge No.996 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons offer our deepest sympathy to you and your family in this hour of grief and bereavement
George Krempel, secretary

Mr.& Mrs. Koranda,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. This is a terrible tragedy which only time and prayer will heal. I grew up and live 1/2 mile from the terrible tragedy that happen here in my state of Rhode Island. The Station Fire where 100 lives were lost and the average age was 27. In a way I truly can feel your hurt and anger for what has happened. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ken, Sue, Katie, Scott and John, I am so very sorry for the loss of Rob. He was such a wonderful person. When he asked me to look at his resume last year and give him feedback - I told him this was the best resume I had ever seen from a college senior.

Each life is indeed a gift, no matter how short, no matter how fragile, each life is indeed a gift, to be held in our hearts forever. Our joys will be greater, our love will be deeper our lives will be fuller, because we shared some moments with you.
Love, Jacqui DiMarco

To the Koranda family,
I had the honor of getting to know Rob over the past year as we worked together at LaSalle Bank. Through our long days together at work, we developed a great friendship. Rob was an outstanding young man and I will truly miss my buddy in the desk next door. My prayers are with you.

Too young to leave us, peace be with you.

Dear Susan, Ken, Katie and John,

We extend our deepest,deepest sympathy to all of you. We pray for all of you.

With all our thoughts, prayers and love,

Jack, Karen, Jake and Matthew Lorenz

To the Koranda Family--

We can only imagine the terrible loss you feel at this time and pray for all of you and Rob. Our son, TJ, played rugby with Rob at Princeton and was so looking forward to seeing him at the party last Saturday night. TJ and his friends have been truly shaken by the loss of a great friend and a great person. Your loss is a loss felt by all of us and we pray you find comfort that Rob is at peace with God.

God Bless You!

To the Koranda Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. It was a privilege to be able to coach Rob in Freshman football. He made a great class of football players even better. It seems like only yesterday ... Please accept my condolences.

Coach Tim Ried

Rob was a great human being and touched the lives of many people. In my case, I knew Rob through school and athletics, in which he excelled immensely in both. Rob always had a smile on his face and laughter in his heart. He will be remembered by many. My prayers and thoughts go out to family and friends.

Charles Martelli

Dear Ken & Sue,

Words can't express how terrible we feel on the loss of Robby. He was such a bright, ehthusiastic person that made you smile whenever you saw him. We will always remember his smile and the wonderful memories we have of our sons at Naperville North. Our deepest sympathy and our prayers are with you always.

The Martelli Family

I wanted to express my symapthy to the Koranda family. I am an old high school friend of Allen and Ken(ny) (and jan)from Hinsdale (we were all on a Hawaiian cruise together when we were kids). My heart aches for you and your unimaginable loss. I live 2 blocks from the Wrightwood address. I send my love to you all.
Nancy McDaniel

We will always remember a handsome, smiling young man who was a great athlete, scholar and seeker of truth and knowledge. What great contributions he would have made in this world-but it seemed God wanted him in His. Our condolences to the entire Koranda family.

George, Jana and Mark Pilja

We read about the death of your wonderful son, Robert, in the Chicago Tribune. We send our sympathy and prayers to your family. Fond regards, Linus & Pat Heinz

Dear Ken and Susan,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved son Rob. My folks went through this when my brother unexpectly passed away at age 22. I saw the news and heard the Koranda name and I hoped this young man was not yours but I read the obit today in the papers and was deeply saddened. You did a fine job as parents raising a super young man. Please accept my sincere sympathy and I wish you the best in your time of pain.

Bill H.T.H.S.C. '68

Members of my family have worked for the bank for many, many years. This company has always been good to us, and truly feels like a family. It was with shock and sadness that we learned of the loss of Robert. Our prayers are with the Koranda family in this difficult time.

In Deepest Sympathy,
Your MidAmerica Employees

Please accept my deepest sympathy, and the prayers of our whole congregation. "Nothing in life or in death can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord": May God hold you close in these numb and tragic days, as you lean on the everlasting arms.

Myself and my family sends our deepest sympathy and compassion to the Koranda family, may God bless you in this time of loss.
Nicole Manza

Psalm (34:18)
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

To the Koranda family

I am very sorry to hear about the loss of Rob. My sympathy goes out to all of Rob's family and friends. I know that I speak for many people when I say that it was a privelage and an honor to have known Rob. I hope your family finds the strength to endure such a tragedy.

Joe Chirumbolo

To the Koranda family,
I am so sorry to hear of this tragic loss. I went to school with Robby since second grade at Highlands. Although, we lost touch after high school - he was absolutely an unforgettable man, and an amazing human being. The world has truly lost someone very special. My most sincere condolences to your family, and all of Rob's friends.
With deep sympathy,
Shannon M. Colley

Dear Ken & Susan:
Our heartfelt condolances to you and your wonderful family.
Ken: How well I remember talking with you a number of times at the Edward Fitness Center about Rob and football, college,etc. Yes, he was a wonderful "Gift".
God bless you all.
Roy & Priscilla Grundy

My prayers and thoughts are with you!

Kenneth & Susan Koranda,
We are friends of Hugo & Eunice. We both wish you comfort in your time of sorrow over the loss of Robert.We will attend the service.
Bob & Georgiana Beebe
Medinah Shriners

I send my deepest sympathy to the Koranda family. May God Bless You All!

I am a friend of Allen's and wish to express my deepest condolences to the entire Koranda family. I am sorry I never had the opportunity to meet Robert.

Our family sends their prayers to the Koranda's. Roberts memory will live forever with my sons Brian and Christopher.
David W. Ek

We are so sorry for the loss of your son, Robert and we pray you will receive strength in the days and years to come. Leo & Rosemary Dignan (St Paul Federal)

Dear Susan and Ken,
I am so sorry to hear about Robert, although I never met Robert, but I know he was a great young man as is his parents and all the Koranda family. Ken remembers me as a pal and team mate on his little league team and pony league team with Alan. Hugo and Eunice as well as Al are such great people and I am ceratin that Robert would have done great things. Iam so sorry for your loss and can only hope this serves as some help during this most difficult of times.
Your Friend, Rich (Bill) Leck

Once again I am so very sorry for your loss

To Katie and Scott,

Tom and I are so very sorry at your loss. Words cannot properly express our sympathy or shock. God bless both of you, and know that He will be there for you, to help you deal with your feelings. Remember, God works in mysterious ways, and although you and your family needeed Robbie, God needed him a little more. May his soul rest in peace. Amen.

Pat and Tom Nau

Rest in Peace.. May the memories of him help you through this time of grief..

To the Koranda Family,

Our deepest condolences to your family on your loss. May God bless you in your time of need, and give you the strength to overcome this terrible ordeal.
Thomas and Patricia Nau and Family

We have lost a wonderful, bright Princeton graduate, volunteer, and caring gentleman with Robert's tragic death. I am so sorry. Bob Loveman '69

Robbie was such a gifted person and he touched the lives of all those who knew him. His friends were very important to him and I send my condolences to the Koranda family.

We were so sorry to read of the tragic accident that took your son's life. One so young with so much potential should never be a victim of such a horrendous tragedy. We send our deepest sympathy to the entire Koranda family. May God comfort you in your sorrow.

Most sincerely,
Lorraine & Wes Richards