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Robert Ricken Obituary

Ricken, Robert F. age 80, beloved husband of the late Mildred (nee Wantuck), loving father of Katherine (William) Ell, Robert M. (Mary) Ricken, Susan (late Russel) Bohanan and David (Sandra) Ricken, devoted grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of 17, dear brother of Katherine (late Sam) Slachet, Henry (Gloria) Ricken and many others who predeceased Robert. Fond uncle of numerous nieces and nephews. Retired employee of Museum of Science & Industry & and Milk Drivers Union Local #550. Army Veteran WWII. Long time active Member of Annunciata Church and a member of the Boy Scouts & Explorers of Annunciata. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Thursday, 11 a.m., from the Elmwood Chapel, 11200 S. Ewing Ave., to Church of the Annunciata. Mass 11:30 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. 773-731-2749 Sign Guest Book at suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 12, 2002.

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Matt Sinnokrak

February 26, 2002

I must appologize for the delayin my condolences. But I've finally found a few extra minutes and wanted to say Im sorry for the loss, Grampa Ricken was a very good man. I wish everyone the best.

Lynda Sinnokrak

February 14, 2002

Dear Bob, Betty and Family: We will all miss Grandpa. He was such a loving and kind man, that he felt like our Grandpa too. His stories gave us such insight into our history, it was always a pleasure to know he'd be visiting when we were. He was truely a gentleman. We will always keep him in our prayers. Love, Lynd and Bob

Chris Sinnokrak

February 14, 2002

Uncle Bob and Aunt, sorry to hear about Grandpa Ricken. He always made visiting you more fun. Hope you're doing good.



Chris

Patricia Moreland

February 12, 2002

Love and miss you so much already, Gramps. Give Grandma a hug for us.

Love, Patty, Julie and Emma

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