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Robert McMenamin Obituary

McMenamin, Robert J. 94, of Deerfield, Illinois, dearly beloved husband of Margaret, (nee McNamee) for over 65 years, beloved father of Madeleine Felix, Robert (Pat), Margie (Gene) Walker, Peter (Kaarina Koskenalusta), James (Maureen Costello), Joseph (Lynn), Thomas (Sally Walshe), Richard, Mary Pat (Milan) Pastuovic, William (Paula), Mary Beth (Jeff) Richmond, Martha (Michael) Smith; loving grandfather of 36 and great-grandfather of nine; beloved brother of Barbara Montgomery and the late Joseph, Victor and Claire McMenamin; cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Kelley & Spalding Funeral Home, 1787 Deerfield Road, Highland Park, IL, 60035. Funeral Mass Monday, 10 a.m., at Holy Cross Church, 724 Elder Lane, Deerfield, IL, 60015, followed by interment at Calvary Cemetery, 301 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL, 60202. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Cristo Rey Network, 14 E. Jackson Blvd., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60604, www.cristoreynetwork.org, or Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Ct., Glenview, IL, 60025, www.midwestpalliativeandhospicecarecenter.org. For funeral info please call: Kelley & Spalding Funeral Home: 847-831-4260 or www.kelleyspaldingfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Dec. 11 to Dec. 12, 2008.

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Ellen and Jim Beley

February 11, 2009

Dear Aunt Margaret and my dear cousins,

I am so sorry that I could not be with you to pray and celebrate the life of my Uncle Bob.

I have so many wonderful memories of him, times in Deerfield, and family reunions. He always made me feel special; he was always interested in my life. He is a person who gave life by his presence.

You all are so blessed to have this wonderful man in your lives. My dad was so fond of him! We are praying for Uncle Bob and for all of you.

Love from the Beley Family - Jim, Ellen, Jimmy, Catherine, Tommy and Michael

Liz Westen

December 22, 2008

Bob and Pat,
Dave and I send our sympathy to you and your family. We had such a nice conversation with Bob at Rachel and Steve's party a couple of years ago. He was an interesting guy and someone to get to know better. We know there are many memories to keep him close.

Liz and Dave Westen (Rachel's aunt and uncle)

Bernie & Suzy Coady

December 15, 2008

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

Jim Doherty

December 15, 2008

Rich & Family- I'm sorry for your loss. What a great legacy he left behind with such a great family. Sorry I missed Sunday as Duffy and I intended on going. Our prayers are with you and your family. Jim Doherty & Jim Duffy

Melvin Wing

December 14, 2008

Joe;

You and your family are in my prayers.

Peace

Robert Henner

December 14, 2008

Bill and Paula,
All the Henners were saddened to hear of your loss. You all are in our deepest thoughts.

Katie Geier

December 13, 2008

Madeleine,

We are so sorry for your loss. Your father was an amazing man. It is no wonder, you are amazing, too!!! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

God Bless,
The Geier Family
Jo, Katie, Addie, and Sam

Helen-Sauer Brown

December 13, 2008

Dear Margaret,
You and Bob were such models of a perfect marriage and family for your special friends, The Gay 19. For sixty-six years you brought us integrity, strong faith, good judgment and living loving spirit. Thank you. May now your own deep faith sustain you in losing Bob; may your family stick together; and may we remember forever Bob's life of goodness and grace.
Peace, Helen Sauer Brown

Jim and Mary Dolan

December 13, 2008

Dear Aunt Margaret and all the McMenamins,
You are in our thoughts and prayers as you travel this difficult road. Uncle Bob was truly an icon within the family and throughout his career. He has left a grand legacy with all of you. We are all better for having known him and will always miss his presence.

Frank Stern

December 13, 2008

Dear Joe,
I am very sorry to read of the loss of your father. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Frank Stern

Bill Cowhey

December 12, 2008

The McMenamin family with Bob as the patriarch is admired and respected by all. I was privileged to know you only casually during my days in Deerfield but I was always a fan.Our family sends condolences.

Susan Laub

December 12, 2008

Dearest Mary Beth, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My prayer is that you will find comfort and solace in the arms of your family and that your pain will solely lift, leaving you with only wonderful memories.
With affection, Sue Laub

Chris Kelly

December 12, 2008

God blessed you all with such a wonderful, loving father whom you will sorely miss. I offer my sympathy to you all.

Gary Marthaler

December 12, 2008

Rich and Bill
I am sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.

Sincerely,
Gary Marthaler

December 12, 2008

Madeleine, Christian, and Julie,

Sorry for your loss.

Sincerely,
Tim Epstein

Janet McDonald

December 11, 2008

Lucky Bob was a rare combination of down-to-earth farm boy, innovative world-traveling businessman, devoted family man, impish storyteller, and gentle soul. I will always remember his voice and his smile--and especially his pride in his beautiful family.

Janet McDonald
Northbrook, Illinois

Scott Lange

December 11, 2008

Margaret & Family,
I wish to express our deepest sympathy with the passing of Bob. What fond memories of the Dolan and McMenamin gatherings I have. I so enjoyed some of his stories and will never forget them. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Scott Lange & Family

Chris Wolff

December 11, 2008

Rich,

My sympathy to you and your family. I was fortunate to meet your dad on several occasions,and always love hearing your stories about him. His greatness is reflected in you and your brothers and sisters.

My family has your family in our thoughts and prayers,

Chris

Jane Golz

December 11, 2008

What a loss your family and the community has had. Your Dad was such a sweet man. I feel honored to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Tim Freeman, Chicago Province Jesuits

December 11, 2008

The Chicago Province Jesuits wish to express their deepest condolences to all of Robert's family and friends. He will continue to be remembered daily in their prayers and good works. Robert was a cherished Companion of the Jesuits on the journey of faith and service, "Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam."

Mike Kearney

December 11, 2008

Tom I am very sorry to learn of the death of your father. My condolences to you and your family.

Mike

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