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Robert Owens Obituary

Owens, Robert F. WWII, March 4th, loving husband of Edith "Ede" L. Owens, dear father of Elizabeth L. (Stephen) Schiele, cousin and "Uncle Bob" to many. Funeral Saturday, 10:15 a.m., from Donnellan Funeral Home, 10525 S. Western Ave., to St. Barnabas Church. Mass 11 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. Third degree member of Joseph Cardinal Bernadin Council #342 Knights of Columbus, American Legion South Chicago Post #493, 461st Bombardment Group, 766th Squadron serving three years from 1942-1945. In the European Theater, completing 11 missions over Europe while assigned to the 15th Army Air Force during WWII. Retired 30 year cost engineer of Illinois Central Railroad. 75 year active member of St. Barnabas Church. 773-238-0075. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 7, 2003.

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Andrea Goldberg

March 7, 2003

Elizabeth and Family,



Please accept my deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the strength of the love of family and friends help you through this difficult time.



Andrea Goldberg

Karen Klemens

March 7, 2003

To the Owens Family,



We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May he be at peace.

David Rosenberg

March 7, 2003

Dear Mrs. Owens,



I work with Elizabeth at the Tribune and on behalf of myself and my wife Barbara, I'd like to extend our deepest sympathies to you over the loss of your husband.



My you find comfort with the memories of your life together and the support of Elizabeth and the rest of your family.



Sincerely,



David Rosenberg

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