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Robert Chesky Obituary

Robert Chesky, 73, of LaGrange Highlands, passed away. Beloved husband of Lynn Johnson-Chesky, fond ex-husband of Darlene Ward-Chesky; loving father of Cindy (Steve) Jagielo, Sherry (Jim) Tone, Jeff Chesky, Mickey (Kim) Chesky and step-father of Kevin (Alexandra) Johnson; dear grandfather of Dan, Anneliese, Eric, and Claire Jagielo, Cory and Jessica Tone, Nick and Amber Chesky and Cole Johnson; dear brother of Frank (Jeanne) and Don (Jackie) Chesky. Robert was a fifty year member of the Midwest Operating Engineers Union Local 150. A true outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, skiing, and traveling, he was a member of the Briar Knoll Hunt Club of Amboy, IL and of Salmon Fishing Unlimited. Visitation Wednesday, March 3, 2010 from 3-9pm at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W.55th St. Countryside. Funeral Mass Thursday, 1:00 pm at St. Joseph Church in Downers Grove. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to The American Cancer Society. Funeral info: 708-352-6500.

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Published by Central Cook Suburban Life on Mar. 2, 2010.

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cindy groves

March 4, 2010

Lynn and Mickey,
My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.

March 4, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your
time of grief. May your memories bring you
comfort.

The staff of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care

March 3, 2010

Bob is the kid who lived across the alley from me in Berwyn and we went to LaVergne and Morton in the same class. How fortunate I was to become reacquainted with Lynn and Bob at our 50th reunion.
Thanks for the memories.
Joan Holecek Briscoe

March 3, 2010

Bob has been my best friend since the sixth grade and we sure had some wonderful times together. He will be missed so much.
My deepest sympathy to Lynn and all of his wonderful family.
Don Melbinger (Fullerton, CA)

EDGAR DYE

March 3, 2010

I WORKED WITH BOB AT T&W EDMIER I KNOW HIM FOR 8 YEARS HE WAS A GREAT FORMAN HE WILL BE MISS I LIKE WORKING FOR HIM

Tina Dwyer

March 3, 2010

To the entire Chesky family,

Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy.....Bob was a truly great man to his family and friends and will be sadly missed by all.
Tina and Jim Dwyer (Phoenix, AZ)

March 3, 2010

Dear Honey , Jim and I knew Bob many years ago through his R.V. repair place. Bob was a great guy and I can understand why you fell in love with him. My deepest sympathy LOVE Sharon

March 3, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to the family. Bob was truly a wonderful person and will be missed. Cal & Marlene McBrien (Rakowski)

Linda Puleo

March 2, 2010

I will miss Bob so much, the nicest guy I know. Stay strong Lynn you know where to find me. Loves

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