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Robert Mangler Obituary

Mangler, Robert J. 80, longtime resident of Wilmette. Mr. Mangler was the former Corporation Counsel of the Village of Wilmette for 27 years and past president of the International Municipal Lawyers Association. He was also a lifelong member of Hugo's Companions and the Baker Street Irregulars and was auspiciously known as Sir Hugo Baskerville. Beloved husband of Geraldine "Gerry", loving father of Robert (Laura), Paul (Jennifer), John (Faith) and Barbara Mangler, proud grandfather of Ryan, Julia, Kelsey, Brooke, Lauren, Alec and Ellis, friend to many. Visitation Wednesday, December 1, 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Wm. H. Scott Funeral Home, 1100 Greenleaf Ave., Wilmette. Funeral Mass Thursday, 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Church, corner of Ninth St. and Linden Ave., Wilmette. Interment Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Food for the Poor, Inc., 6401 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek, Florida 33073 or foodforthepoor.org. Info: 847-251-8200

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 30, 2010.

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December 22, 2010

Gerry and family. So sorry to hear of Bobs' death. I will always remember the wonderful travels after the IMLA conferences. Joe and I treasured your friendship over the years. I am glad you all were able to come to the Boston conference and that we were well entertained at the Chicago conference. Prayers are with you. Ann Mulligan, Boston, Ma.

December 1, 2010

Barb: Sorry to learn of your Dad's passing he was a true professional and a great family man. We will all miss him thanking you for caring on the great lawyering tradition that he started. Chuck Smith Waukegan, IL.

Anna Spengler

December 1, 2010

Bob was one of those special friends with a great understanding. He was a great boss, and I shall always miss him. My deepest condolences to you, Gerry, and your wonderful family.

Maria Mangler Salzman

December 1, 2010

My family joins with so many others who knew Bob in offering our deepest sympathy on his passing. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that his loss is felt by all who knew and loved him.

Patrick Lucansky

December 1, 2010

Bob: You will be missed by all your municipal lawyer friends and by me.

December 1, 2010

Barb and Family,
We are all very sorry for your loss. We truly understand this is a difficult time and please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your Father was an amazing man and he will be missed.
John, Jeanne, Joanna, Michael and Amy Fisher

Anne Conzelman Linn

December 1, 2010

Now he is reunited with Tom Compere. Keep it legal in the great beyond, guys.
Anne Conzelman Linn

December 1, 2010

To Bob's family and friends, my most sincere condolances. I remember Bob well from the IMLA conferences. He was always very sharing with his good counsel and friendship. May his memory be a blessing to all.

Jim Lampke
Town Counsel, Hull, MA

Jim McCarthy

December 1, 2010

Dear Barb,
I'm sorry about the loss of your father. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Jim McCarthy

December 1, 2010

I will miss a great lawyer, great friend, and a Sherlockian without peer. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Mangler family. I share your loss in a much smaller way. The world is a poorer place with Bob gone. Bob Sharfman

Jelly Carandang

November 30, 2010

To Barb & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Chris Zach

November 30, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss, may your memories bring you comfort in this difficult time. We are keeping you in our prayers.
Chris, Kathleen, Kaitlin, Patrick and Ian Zach

Kathy Hargrave

November 30, 2010

Dear Gerry,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. And please don't hesitate to call if you need anything. We alto's have to stick together.
Kathy Hargrave

Alonzi Family

November 30, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

John Mangler

November 30, 2010

Dad,

We'll miss you!

John

November 30, 2010

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your loved one. I knew Mr. Mangler from Manorcare at Northbrook as I was in the social service office and assisted with his discharge home. He was a delightful gentleman and it was a priviledge to know him.

Sincerely,
Marylou Netzel

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