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Robert La Plume Obituary

La Plume, Robert K. Age 76. Beloved husband of Geraldine nee Cody. Loving father of Janet (Kent) Bauman, Bobby (Kathie), Jacki (Mike) Binkley and Rich (Tamara). Fond grandfather of Colleen, Olivia and Danielle. Dear brother of Germaine (Alan) White and Sr. Mary Kathleen La Plume, C.S.S.F. Devoted uncle to many nieces and nephews. Funeral Saturday Jan. 21 beginning at 9:00 a.m. from Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge proceeding to St. Robert Bellarmine Church, Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. Visitation Friday 3 to 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Vincent DePaul Society c/o Project Plus, 100 N. Jefferson Ave., St. Louis, MO 63103. Funeral Info: 708-456-8300 or www.cumberlandchapels.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 18, 2012.

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Irv & Carol Engelmann

January 12, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Larry and Rosemary Michalski

January 29, 2012

Dear Gerry and family,
Bob and I were friends for forty years. Our families worked, played, and prayed together. Thank you Bob. May God Bless you.

January 23, 2012

Jacki and family I was so sorry to hear about your Dad. I was at my cottage 75 miles from Cumberland Chaples and with the snow I had no way to make it there, You, take care of yourself and Mom. Lisa keeps me updated on your life and I do pray for you and your family.
Nancy Jacobek

Kelly, Rob and Nikki Haufe

January 22, 2012

Dear Jackie and Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. You are in our hearts.

Tom and Tracy Michalski

January 21, 2012

Dear LaPlume Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

January 20, 2012

Dear Gerry and family: Your father was a wonderful man. Our family will miss his beautiful smile and kind heart. However, I have no doubt that my Dad welcomed him into heaven with open arms. A playmate at last!!!! Together, they are lighter than a feather! xoxox Sandi (O'Toole) Coletto

Kathleen Brasher

January 20, 2012

Dear Jacki and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Papa was always so special to us in Georgia. We always looked forward to visits from
Papa and Gigi. I know he will be dearly missed. May God comfort
you in the difficult days ahead. Love, The Brasher Family

Karen Kelly Schlosser

January 20, 2012

Dear LaPlume Family,

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 20, 2012

Dear La Plume Family---
We will miss a life-long friend and classmate.These memories will stay with us always. We pray for all of you at this time.

Mary and Henry Dold

January 20, 2012

Dear Janet and Family--
Please accept my most sincere sympathy during these difficult days.Only the snowstorm keeps me from expressing my condolences in person. My prayers are with all of you.
Warm regards, Marilyn Peters Krawczyk, Elgin IL.

January 19, 2012

Dear LaPlume Family,

I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Julie Stasinos

Anita (Hollerbach) Block

January 19, 2012

Jackie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

January 19, 2012

MAY THE ROAD RISE UP TO MEET YOU.MAY THE WIND BE ALWAYS AT YOUR BACK,THE SUN SHINE WARM UPON YOUR FACE,THE RAINS FALL SOFT UPON YOUR FIELDS, AND UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN, MAY GOD HOLD YOU IN THE HOLLOW OF HIS HAND. MY CONDOLENCES TO THE La PLUME FAMILY MATT FEARON

Sharon & Mark Maupin

January 19, 2012

Our thoughts and hearts are with the La Plume family at this sad time.

Kendra Moon

January 19, 2012

Bob, Kathie and family, You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Kendra

Laura Stokes

January 18, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss. Our family is thinking of you. Sincerely, Laura Preston Stokes

Irv & Carol Engelmann

January 18, 2012

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Greg Price

January 18, 2012

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. With much love, Greg and Donna Price

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

January 18, 2012

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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