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Robert Strobel Obituary

Strobel, Robert 80, of Prospect Heights. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Belt), loving father of children Vicki (Doug Glover) Strobel, Marcia (Ernie) Williams, Michael (Veronica) Strobel, Robert Jr. (Shala) Strobel, Nancy (Jim) Jones, King (Aneta) Strobel and Patti (Earnie) Bailey, cherished grandfather of grandchildren Michael, Daniel, Becky, B.J., Nicole, Melissa, Barbara, Mary Beth, Sarah, Adam, Valarie, Robert, Christine, John and Jamie, and great-grandfather of Raina, Gavin and Kairi, fond brother of David (Delores) Strobel; he is also survived by his faithful dog Molly. Mr Strobel served in the Navy during WWII, and he attend the Ohio State University on the G.I., bill, where he also played football. In 1966 he founded Prospect Airport Services and built a national airline services company employing over 4000 people. He and his wife also founded the Robert and Mary Strobel Scholarship Fund, which offers financial aid to Prospect Airport Services employees wishing to further their education. A memorial visitation Tuesday, from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the Glueckert Funeral Home, Ltd., 1520 N. Arlington Hts Rd. (4 blocks south of Palatine Road), Arlington Heights. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 500 N. Dearborn, Suite 350, Chicago, 60610-4901, 312-670-0313 or Save-a-Pet Inc., 31664 N. Fairfield, Grayslake, IL 60030. Funeral information and condolences, www.GlueckertFH.com or 847-253-0168.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 27 to Apr. 28, 2008.

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Christine Boyle

May 4, 2008

Dear Mike and the entire Strobel Family,
May God Bless you all and help you find peace during this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Edward Mucha

April 30, 2008

Dear Stroble Family,
My deepest sympathy to all of you, I have had the pleasure of knowing Bob for many years and I know he will be missed by his peers and fellow employees. Bob was a giving person and contributed his knowledge and support to the O'Hare Airport Family
A Friend,
Ed Mucha

Earnie Bailey

April 29, 2008

Bob, You touched so many people in your lifetime, my life included. You had a kind and gentle side that I loved so much. I will miss our friendship more than words could ever say. I have promised you we would watch over Mary in case you were not around. I will always be there just as I have been in the past. Not because of the promise but from the love I have always had for both of you.

Marcia Williams

April 28, 2008

Dad, I miss you so much. I can't believe you are gone. I will always remember you. I have learned alot from you. My work ethic. (go to work not matter what). How to clean, even the base boards. I am a very strong person because of you. You always taught me Life is not always fair and this is certainly one of those times. I love you and I will make sure mom is okay. Love marcia

Shawn Kelley

April 28, 2008

Hey Mike and all the Strobel Family,
Our sincere condolences with Big Bob's passing. I will never forget the week of fun we had fishing in Canada with him. When all is said and done, Big Bob with Mary at his side built a fantastic legacy of family and business.

Eural Caarver

April 28, 2008

Worked with Bob for many years-will be missed by all'

Gary Hedberg

April 28, 2008

Dear Vicki and the whole Strobel family,

On behalf of all of Vicki's Wheeling High School classmates and friends I offer our collective sympathies and condolences.

May peace be with you and and may Robert rest in peace.

Becky Williams

April 28, 2008

Grandpa,

I will miss you terribly. I can't imagine you not being here in our lives. I always tell everyone of all your accomplishments any time you come up on conversation, because I am so proud that you are my Grandpa. I will continue telling everyone everything you did so everyone can remember how great you were. Thank you for taking care of all us Grandpa. I will miss you always.

Love,

Becky

Scott Mucklow

April 28, 2008

Dear Strobel Family,
I am so sorry to here of Mr. Strobels passing. It is not often that one person can positively affect so many in their lifetime. I know you are very proud of Mr. Strobel and it is very apparent he was very proud of you all. Not only did he achieve the American dream, he gave thousands the opportunity to do the same. Thoughts and Prayers to your Family, Scott Mucklow

Patti Bailey

April 27, 2008

Dad, how can I go on without you in my life? I don't know how to do this. I can't believe your'e gone. Ill never hear your voice again or see you again. Ill definetly take care of mom and molly for you. I hope time helps cause I don't know what will. If there is a heaven I will see you there someday. Untill then I will miss you so much. Patti

April 27, 2008

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April 27, 2008

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April 27, 2008

Jack McLaughlin

April 27, 2008

Dear Mike & the entire Strobel Family, I was very sad to hear the news about your dad's passing. He was truly a "mans man" & he will be missed. Sorry, Jack McLaughlin

Tom & Loretta Moore

April 27, 2008

Dear Mrs. Strobel & Family,

We were so saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Strobel. He was such a part of our Prospect lives and the heart and soul of the company. I don't know how many times I have told the story of the success of the company that he built.

It was an honor to work with and for him. He will be dearly missed.

Our thoughts a prayers are with all of you.

Michael Barkley

April 27, 2008

i'm, very sad to see the passing of bob. i considered him more a friend than a business associate. we spent a few fishing trips together and i have never met a more avid fisherman then bob! he was a fine gentleman and a wonderful father. the good news is he is now in a better place and i know the fishing will be the best he ever had.

Hans Plichta

April 27, 2008

To Mary and the Strobel Family,
I was very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing yesterday. In many ways, “Big Bob” was an early influence in my life and so many other young lives he was directly or, indirectly involved with through work. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.

terry mcgowan

April 27, 2008

Sorry to read about your Dads passing.

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