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Robert Telander Obituary

Telander, Robert H. WWII Vet., US Marine Corps., beloved husband and best friend for 62 years of Eleanor (nee Hoffman), loving dad of Brian (Bernadette) and Brad (Therese) Telander, proud grandpa of Robert, Chris, Scott, Brooke, Nick and Hanna, dear brother of John (Gloria) and Victor (Lauraine) Telander, uncle of many. Member of Evergreen Park Lodge #1171 AF&AM, Medinah Shrine, former Trustee of Evergreen Park, past Evergreen Park Police and Fire Department Commissioner, past President of District 124 School Board and Worth Township Trustee. Service Tuesday, 11 a.m., at Zimmerman & Sandeman Funeral Home, 5200 W. 95th St., Interment private. Visitation Monday, 3 to 9 p.m., with Masonic service at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 2211 N. Oak Park Ave., Chicago, IL 60707, would be appreciated. Info 708-424-0340.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 29, 2006.

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Jack Steed

February 9, 2006

Brian and Brad,

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. My thoughts are with you.

Dick Ryan

February 6, 2006

Brian and Brad -

I am sorry for your loss. You will be in the thoughts and prayers of my wife and I.

Sheila Mammosser

February 2, 2006

Eleanor, Brian, and Brad~

We are so sorry for your loss. He was such a kind and generous person and we are thankful for the times we have gotten to know him during family functions at Brian and Bern's house. We wish you all the best during this trying time.

Love,

Jay and Sheila Mammosser and kids

Wilbur Schenk

January 30, 2006

Eleanor, Brian, Brad.

Deepest sympathy, Bob, (Dad) was the one making me most comfortable when I joined ElHajj. He reminded me so much of my own dad with the round face, white hair, smile and walk. It was like going home whenever I was going to see him. God's speed!

Caryn Swanson DeBoer

January 30, 2006

Dear Eleanor and Family,



Our Swanson family loved Bob for his smiles, good nature and caring personality. I had the pleasure of working with him at the township. As a trustee, Bob quietly went about his job with dignity and excellence. Personally, I knew Bob to be a good husband and father, as well as a devoted friend to so many. All those that can count Bob as their friend were truly blessed. He will be missed by many for so many reasons.



Our sympathy to you Eleanor, and to your family. May our Lord grant you his peace and take away your pain. As it is written, God made man in his own image. If that is so, Bob represented us well.

Sincerely,

Jennifer and Paul Ognibene

January 30, 2006

Dear Brian and Brad,



Jen and I just learned of your father's passing. Please accept our condolences. We'll keep you and your family in our prayers.



Best regards,

maureen murphy

January 29, 2006

Dear Eleanor and family,

Please know that the entire Murphy family extends our deepest sympathy to you on the passing of our beloved "Bob".

Bob was my first running mate back in 1985. We served on the Township for 4 years. I am so glad to have known Bob and served with him. His

commitment to his community is attested to in the years no decades of public service he served. The example of Bob Telander as an honest,forthright board member who had a common sense approach and a great sense of humor should be the model of public service being a noble profession! Bob served his country as a Marine and his community by being there for the school children of Evergreen.His knowledge of building and cost effective management was evident when he was on the Evergreen Park or Worth boards.The taxpayers were well served by his thoughtful deliberations.His leadership on the Police and Public Safety commission has helped forge Evergreen"s reputation in law enforcement.

Bob was a friend to all who knew him. He helped so many people without any fanfare. He helped me and I will forever be thankful. I loved Bob, I loved that his friendship was constant and unconditional. Telander family,Thank you for sharing Bob with all of us and the public.May he rest in peace. But be assured we will not forget our good friend, Bob.

Maureen Murphy

Lynn and Henry Pype

January 29, 2006

Our sincere sympathy to the Telander family on the loss of your beloved Bob. We remember the "good old days" when we lived In Evergreen Park and enjoyed the friendship of Bob and Eleanor.

May you have many fond memories to carry you through these dark days.

God Bless.

Rodger Loni

January 29, 2006

Dear Brian and family: Deepest sympathy for the loss of your Dad.

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