Robert Raymond Racila Sr., 83, of Lake in the Hills, died peacefully on Friday, July 14, 2023, in Huntley.
Robert was born in Chicago on May 19, 1940, to parents Raymond and Jean (nee Wayer) Racila. He married Betty Jane Sytar on Sept 28, 1974, after meeting at work.
Robert is survived by his beloved wife of almost 49 years. Betty Jane Racila, his children, Dawn (Rick) Newson, Robert Racila Jr., Martin “Marty” (Michelle) Racila, Dawn Broz, Cathy Racila, and Leah (Jim) Schueler, his fourteen grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, his sister, Donna Racila, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Wayne (JoAnn) Racila.
Visitation will be Monday, July 24, 2023, from 10 a.m. to time of memorial service 12 noon all at DeFiore Funeral Home, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Robert’s name can be made to American Diabetes Association https://diabetes.org/
For further information, please contact the DeFiore Funeral Home 847-515-8772.
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Our thoughts and hearts are with you in this time of loss.
So sorry for your loss Marty. You were very dedicated to your Dad and Betty. A,ways there for him when he needed you. Please take care and stay well. Love “Ma”.
My deepest sympathy to the whole Racila family.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for you & your family.
Kasia and I send our deepest condolences to Bettie and the family. We will miss Bob. He was an outstanding man and one heck of a pool player. So glad we got to know him over the years. Rest In Peace Bob.
Kasia and I send our deepest condolences to Bettie and the family. We will miss Bob. He was an outstanding man and one heck of a pool player. So glad we got to know him over the years. Rest In Peace Bob.
Dear Aunt Betty and family, I'm so very sorry to hear about Uncle Bob's passing. He will be deeply missed. Sending you all much love during this time.