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Robert C. Arbuckle
Robert C. Arbuckle, of Western Springs, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 10, 2019 at the age of 85.
He was a loving husband of 42 years to Victoria; beloved father of Laurel (the late David) Harrington, Julie Horns, & Susan Grace; loving step-father of Debby (Kenn) Anderson & Derek (Amy) Mach; treasured grandfather of Megan, Caitlin (Alex), Bridget, Ben (Aislinn), Hilary, Kevin, Natalie, David, Rebecca, Christopher, & Charlie; dear brother-in-law of John & the late Jerry; uncle of Sandy (Kevin).
Bob was an accomplished businessman who built his businesses from the ground up. He began his life on the south side of Chicago and graduated from the DeVry Institute before beginning his business. He was an avid athlete and over his lifetime, Bob relished in playing almost all sports where a ball or skies was involved. He delighted in traveling, sharing many vacations with family, and seeing the world with his lovely wife, Vicky. He also enjoyed playing classical and flamenco guitar. Bob was a man of high standards and always generous with his time and energy. His love of family and friends is an inspiration to all who knew him, and he will be greatly missed.
Visitation on Monday, January 21 from 10:00 a.m. until time of Mass, 11:15 a.m. at St John of the Cross Church, Western Springs. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside will be private.
Memorial donations in Bob's name to MichaelJFox.org for Parkinson's Research or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (stjude.org/donate) are appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home, Countryside. Funeral info: (708) 352-6500 or hjfunerals.com
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My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.
Z L
January 22, 2019
Jan Fortina
January 17, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. So very sorry for your loss.
Juanita Godlewski
January 16, 2019
To the family of Robert Arbuckle, Our heavenly Father is a refuge and comforter in time of distress. Psalm 9:9
Erma Davis
January 16, 2019
My condolences to the family and friends. May the words at Isaiah 57:15 bring you comfort in your time of mourning.
January 16, 2019
We are so saddened to hear of your loss and offer our deepest condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Exodus 6:3
Fred G
January 16, 2019
Please accept my condolences with the loss of your loved one. For comfort please read Psalm 23:3 in your Bible. Respectfully,SC
January 16, 2019
May God provide you with the strength needed during this sad time.
January 16, 2019
Deepest condolences to the family and friends during this most difficult time. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory. Psalms 116:15
January 16, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family and friends. Draw close to God in prayer during this difficult time.
Cheryl Lynn
January 16, 2019
We were blessed to know Bob. He and Jerry Long were friend since grade school. Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Vicky and thre Arbuckle family. Jerry and Lori Long
Lori Long
Friend
January 15, 2019
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