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Robert Magnuson Obituary

Robert M. Magnuson, 85, formerly of Elmhurst, passed away November 16, 2012. Beloved husband of Diane M. nee DiDomenico; father of Thomas, Dana (Robert) Padgett, Susan (James) Benes, Cheryl LeDuc and Christine (Gregory) Raber; grandfather of Meghan, Lauren, Grant, Nicole, Andrea and Alexandra; dear son of the late Martin D. & Adena Magnuson; brother of Jane (the late Clarence) Zelie. Bob was the CEO and president of Elmhurst Memorial Hospital from 1966 to 1992 and after retirement remained involved with the Hospital by serving as a Trustee. He was also an active member the Kiwanis Club of Elmhurst. Memorial Gathering from 10:00 A.M. until time of Memorial Ceremony at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Medinah Country Club, 6N001 Medinah Rd., Medinah. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, Memorials will be appreciated for the Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation, 155 E. Brush Hill Rd., Elmhurst, IL 60126. Arrangements by Ahlgrim Funeral Home. Funeral Info 630-834-3515 or www.ahlgrim.com.

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Published by East DuPage Press/Spectator/Argus on Nov. 21, 2012.

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Robert Raimondi

December 3, 2012

I am so sorry to hear the sad news. He was my godfather and a kind man.

Herbert E. Gardner

November 25, 2012

My deepest sympathy on the loss of Bob. I served on the staff of the Illinois Hospital Association throughout the 70's and was priveleged to work with him closely on a number of issues. He was truly one of the finest, most even keel hospital CEO's with whom I worked. He will be missed.

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