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Robert Bilshausen Obituary

Robert A. Bilshausen, a U.S. Army Purple Heart Vietnam veteran and 45-year resident of Oak Brook, IL, passed away peacefully in September 2021. He was 82. Born in Chicago to German and Lithuanian parents, he attended Lane Tech High School and studied computer science at the Illinois Institute of Technology prior to working for United Airlines and Argonne National Laboratory. Bob was an avid aviator and wonderful shindig host, with unparalleled experiences that he shared to the delight of family and friends. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Beverly; daughter Yvonne Bilshausen; son Ehren (Lindsay) Bilshausen; grandchildren Rhys, Simone, Lauren, and Joseph; sisters Vicki and Diane; and a beautiful German Shepherd Dog. Private internment in Robert's honor will be held at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The American Legion THB Post 187 – 310 W Butterfield Rd., Elmhurst, IL 60126 or the USO (https://uso.org). For funeral info 630-325-2300 or adolfservices.com

Published by Chicago Tribune on Sep. 26, 2021.
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In my heart you will live forever.
I was lucky to have you as my Brother.
You were more than family, you were a friend.
One day smiling, we will meet again.
Love,
Vicki

VICKI RACE

Family

October 1, 2021

My heart is broken for your family, knowing this larger than life man is no longer here with us . I smile knowing that Bob and his Uncle Al are having a toast, telling tales and watching over their families.

Claudette

September 25, 2021

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