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Robert Canty Obituary

Robert R. Canty, age 71; U.S. Navy Veteran; beloved husband for 42 years to Anna Marie Canty, nee Hjelm; loving father of Jennifer (Ron) Rappe, Bill (Kathy), Mary Ellen, Robert (Sharon), Mark (Amy), Michael and Kathyrn Canty; cherished grandfather of Zach, Alex, Matthew, Rachel, Sarah, Danny, Megan, and Emma; dear brother of Ray (Sharon) Jennings, Marie Zarnowski, and Terry (Mike) Kelly. Visitation was January 25, 2009, Sunday 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Funeral was January 26, Monday 11:00 AM from Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home, 4343 Main St. (1 blk. S. of Ogden) Downers Grove to St. Joseph Church. Mass 11:30 AM. Interment Bronswood Cemetery. Robert was a retired Director of Federal Income Tax; he was employed with Arthur Anderson (1962-1968), Sear Robuck & Co. (1968-1993) and Tenneco Automotive (1994-1999). He attended Visitation Grammer School (Chicago), De LaSalle High School (Chicago), Northern Illinois University (DeKalb), DePaul (Chicago). Robert was a member of Tax Executive Institute, Chicago Tax Club, Former President of St. Joseph Athletic Club (Downers Grove) and he coached baseball and football. Memorials to Loyola University Medical Center: Canty Family Research Fund #400635, C/O Office of Development, 2160 S. First Ave. Maywood, IL 60153 or www.luhs.org/giving, appreciated. 630-968-1000 or www.adamswinterfieldsullivan.com

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Published by South DuPage Reporter/Progress on Jan. 26, 2009.

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Dino Simoncelli

January 31, 2009

The Simoncelli Family is very sorry for your families and many others loss. We have many fond memories with your great family and our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Dino

Diane Harrington-Bowers

January 27, 2009

To The Entire Canty Family: Our sincere sympathy on the loss of your husband and father. May God give you strength to get through these difficult times. May your many wonderful memories of Bob help to ease the pain. He was a wonderful man. Our family has wonderful memories of him at St. Joes with the boys. He is at peace now and is no longer suffering. May God Bless All of You! Diane Harrington(Bowers), Chuck and Family, Michael and Family

The Staff of Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan

January 26, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Cathy Rudny

January 26, 2009

Mary Ellen and family: I am so sorry for your loss. Ted and I will be thinking of you and praying for you. I will always remember the great stories that you told me about your Dad.

Mike Sullivan

January 26, 2009

To the Canty Family,

Mr. Canty was one of the greatest men I have ever met and I am eternally greatful for having known him. My heart goes out ot the entire Canty family and extended family.

Ron Dox

January 24, 2009

To the Canty family: I am so sorry for your loss. I know my brother Jim and Bob were closest of friends. The loss of his close friend will undoubtedly be devastating for "The Brother." I have always remembered how Bob took care of me at Jim's wedding back in 1963. Bob made sure I had an adequate supply of this strange drink, which I later learned was known as a martini.

Jenn Wozney

January 24, 2009

To the Canty family,
Mr. Canty raised such a nice family that included me in many family functions. I am so sorry for your loss. I hope knowing he's not in pain anymore will ease your pain. I am sending hugs to all of you! Love, Jenn Wozney (DeAno)

Don and Nancie Rape

January 24, 2009

Jennifer and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Bob. We cannot be there with you but please know you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Look to God, family and friends during this difficult time. We love you Jen!!!!

Love Dad and Nancie

Mary and Fred Gonzalez

January 24, 2009

Bill & Kathy & Ann (family)

Fred and I are keeping you all in our prayers during difficult time. I will always think of Bob driving the boat.

Our love to you all!

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