It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Robert Henry Gillig , 77, of Huntley Illinois, on March 24, 2025. He was born on January 26, 1948 in Mount Prospect, Illinois to Clarence and Florence (Juhnke) Gillig. Robert, more commonly known as Bob, graduated from Arlington High School in 1966. Shortly thereafter, he met and married the love of his life, Roseann Marie Bianca. They were happily married for 55 years. He was the proud father of two children, Tony and Chrissy and the proud grandfather of three, Jessica, Scotty, and Alyssa.
Bob was a successful businessman who owned a family pizza restaurant, Wayne's Pizza in Arlington Heights, for 43 years. He was also a skilled mechanic. Outside of work, Bob had two passions in life; Family and Drag Racing. Whether driving, crew chiefing, helping other race teams in need, or mentoring the up and coming race teams, his happiest times were always with his family at the race track.
Bob's legacy is one of integrity, generosity, and an unwavering love for his family. Above all, he was a devoted husband, father, and grandpa.
Bob is survived by his wife, Roseann, his children, Tony (Malinda) Gillig, and Chrissy (Billy) Wagner; his sister Lynn (John) Ritchie, his brother, Mike (Kathy) Gillig; and his three loving grandchildren, Jessica Gillig, Scotty Gillig, and Alyssa Wagner; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 30, 2025 from 12pm-4pm at DeFiore Funeral Home – 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley, Illinois 60142. Memorial donations are suggested to the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital and the American Heart Association.
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Our deepest condolences to Rose Ann and her Family. Francis & Barbara Ritchie and Family
Bob will be missed. I wish we could've gotten together for dinner one more time.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and may your memories and the love you feel fill the holes in your hearts.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Losing a beloved father, husband, and grandfather is an unimaginable sorrow, and my heart goes out to you and your family. Bob was one of a kind and he touched so many lives. I hope you find comfort in the beautiful memories you have and in the love of those around you. I’m picturing Bob and my Brother Tony are up there having lots of laughs from the past❤️. RIP Bob🙏🏼
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how much Bob was loved. Praying for strength and peace for all.
My deepest Condolences to you and your family. This is the first that I am hearing of his passing so I am in shock right now and almost at a loss for words as tears of sorrow are streaming down my face. I have known you both for ages and Bob will be missed. Thank goodness for your wonderful family you have for all the love and support that you will need. I am always here for you in your time of need just reach out no matter the time of day or night as you have my number.
Dear Roseann, Tony, Chrissy, Lynn, Mike, Jessica, Scotty, Alyssa; and Family, As the Director of Alumni Relations Emeritus, I offer you the sympathy and prayers of the Saint Viator/Sacred Heart of Mary community. Our hearts go out to you as you move forward on your journey of grief. We pray for you as you share the stories, laugh and cry, and find ways to celebrate your husband, your father, your brother, your grandpa, and the love you shared. As I read the obituary for this "devoted husband, father, and grandpa" whose "legacy is one of integrity, generosity, and an unwavering love for his family," I was reminded of a reading adapted from the Book of Sirach. “Let us praise an illustrious man, faithful to his family and friends, strong in his love. At peace in his heart and his world, he has left us his good name, and we recount his life of praiseworthy deeds. A generous man his good works will never be forgotten. Among his family and friends remains a rich inheritance born of him…. His name lives on from generation to generation. We gather to sing his praises. We proclaim his wisdom and love of life all our days.” May God’s promise that life is changed, not ended, comfort you! May the knowledge that your husband, your father, your brother, your grandpa, lives on in your goodness, give you peace and hope! God bless you with the gifts you most need! Judy Judith Wampach Amberg Saint Viator High School Director of Alumni Relations Emeritus
Chrissy and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. I lost my dad 7 years ago and there is a hole in my heart. My prayers are with you! Beautiful tribute to your dad!💕💕
We will miss him.
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad! I’m thinking about you all during this very difficult time! Hugs and love to everyone