Robert Paul McKernan, 76 of Chicago, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 13, 2011 at Pepper Family Hospice House in Barrington. Robert was born September 28, 1934 in Chicago, Illinois, the loving son of Edward and Gertrude (Wagner) McKernan. He is the brother of the late Edward, and is survived by his brother Tom (Janice) and two nieces. He served in the United States Air Force and was a long-time employee of Victor Business Machines and Olsten. Robert shared his life with his soul mate and companion, the late Marcus C. Heidemann, and celebrated his life’s journey with his special friend, Teri Wilson. Robert leaves behind many loving friends and joy-filled memories and his quote, “See all of you higher up.”
A memorial service will be held 11:00am, Tuesday, August 23, 2011 at St. Joseph Cemetery Chapel, 3100 Thatcher, River Grove, Illinois. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Hospice of Northeastern Illinois/ Pepper Family Hospice House, 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, Illinois. DeFiore Jorgensen Funeral Home is handling the arrangements for more information please call 847-515-8772 or on-line condolences may be directed to www.defiorejorgensen.com
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Tom, I was sorry to see the notice of Bob's death. I hadn't heard from him since a while before your Mom passed away. I know that it must have been difficult for you and your family with the distance. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. With sincere sympathy, Joan
Tom, We've often thought about you, your mom and Bob, and are sorry to hear about Bob. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers, and hope all is well with your family. I can't be at the service tomorrow, so will be thinking of you and your family at that time. Regards, Bernadette
Teri, I was so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. I was planning on visiting him when in Chicago next month. My prayers are with you and his brother, Tom.
Dear Tom and Teri, I just received my Christmas card to Bob returned marked 'Deceased'. I feel shocked... I am Marc's niece and he was my Godfather. I loved both of them and will now miss Bob And Marc. I was in Chicago for 3 weeks in July and called and left messages but didn't hear anything. I've been worried since. I'm happy to know that they are together again. I would love it if you would call me. God bless you and your families. Love, Christine