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Robert Parr Obituary

Robert L. Parr

Robert L. Parr, age 89, a former longtime resident of Elmhurst, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 62 years, Louise, and parents James and Blanche Parr.

He was the loving father of Susan (Reginald) Lodge, Nancy (Scott) Frank, Sandra (Michael) Aronson; dear grandfather of Melissa (Andrew) Flowers, Ryan (Alicia) Frank, Matthew Lodge, Jeffrey Aronson, Katherine Lodge, Stephanie Aronson and Daniel Lodge; and great grandfather of Madison Flowers and Margot Frank.

He spent 19 years of retirement living in Florida. He lived life to the fullest, enjoying traveling and spending time with family and friends. He was an avid Cubs fan. Robert was active with Christ United Methodist Church in Elmhurst for many years.

A memorial service will be held on January 5, 2020 at 2:00 PM at Lexington Square, 555 Foxworth Blvd, Lombard.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Suburban Life Publications on Jan. 3, 2020.

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