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Robert Ruthenberg Obituary

Ruthenberg, Robert W. 80, of Blue Island, beloved husband of Marjorie (nee Stothard), loving father of Eric (Pat), Mark (Connie), Kirk (Kate), Rob and Kent (Gini), devoted grandfather of David, Mark, Molly, Ted, Tom, Emily, Meg, Michael, Daniel, Robert, and Chrissy, dear brother of Ethel (late Milton) Davies, William, Bernice (late Michael) Bosch, late Earl (Lucille), late Hazel (late Robert) Batty and the late Helen (late Albert) Webb. Past Commander of American Legion Post #50, Past President of Southside Suburban Real Estate Board, Past President of Ev. Community Church Consistry, Past President of Travelers Protective Association. Memorial Visitation Saturday, 10:30 a.m. until time of Memorial Service at noon at Ev. Community Church, 2237 W. 120th St., Blue Island. Cremation private. Please omit flowers, Memorial donations to Ev. Community Church, greatly appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to: Krueger Funeral Home, 708-388-1300.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 16, 2006.

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Sue Andrews

June 21, 2006

Dear Marge and Family.

My deepest sympathies. Bob was such a kind and gentle man. His door was always open and he always had time to listen.

DEBORAH DUDEK

June 17, 2006

DEAR MARGE AND FAMILY,

I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BOB. HE TRULY WILL BE MISSED. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY



NORB & DEBBIE DUDEK

Karen Burmeister

June 16, 2006

Dear Marge and Family,

Our most sincere sympathies on your loss. Bob will be so missed. I am truly saddened by his passing and will always remember his kindness as a neighbor and as a friend. Although the world has lost a wonderful man, he made the world a better place for over 80 years. Marge, we are here for you.

With Love, Brad and Karen

Ruth Gross

June 16, 2006

May the peace of Christ be with you all.

Mavis Daniels

June 16, 2006

My deepest sympathy goes out to you Marge and your family. You and Bob have been such close friends to Miriam and close support for her over all these years. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Love, Mavis

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