Robert Synal Obituary

Synal, Robert S.

Robert S. Synal Retired Battalion Chief, Chicago Fire Department Robert S. Synal passed away on October 26, 2025. He proudly served as a Battalion Chief with the Chicago Fire Department, dedicating his life to helping others. He will be deeply missed but forever remembered for his strength, kindness, sense of humor, and unwavering love for his family and friends. His legacy of service and compassion will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He was married to the love of his life and best friend Shirley (née Gora), loving father of Robert, Sheri, Sandy (Joseph) Wos, Rick (Kelly), and Stefanie (Maggie). Nothing brought him greater joy than his family, especially his grandchildren - Joseph Robert, Patrick, Summer, Ricky, Joey, Abby, Michael and Zachary - who adored their "Grandpa / Pa" and will forever cherish his stories, laughter, and love.Robert was preceded in death by his parents Bruno and Helen Synal. Dear brother of the late Bruno (late Marlene) Synal and brother-in-law of Geraldine (George) Garvey. Fond uncle to many nieces and nephews and dear cousins. Visitation at Foran Funeral Home, 7300 W. Archer Ave. Sunday, November 2, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Visitation at the funeral home on Monday, November 3, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until time of Prayers at 10 AM. We will go in procession from the funeral home to St. Symphorosa Church (Two Holy Martyrs Parish) 6135 S Austin Ave, for Mass at 11:00a.m. Robert will be laid to rest at Resurrection Cemetery. Please offer your condolences to Robert's family on his personal tribute website at: www.foranfuneralhome.com.

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