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Robert Lee Surina

1930 - 2022

Robert Lee Surina obituary, 1930-2022, Westmont, IL

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1930

DIED

2022

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Robert Surina Obituary

Robert Lee Surina
Born: August 24, 1930 in Centralia IL.
Died: March 7, 2022 in Westmont IL.
Robert L. Surina, age 91, of Westmont, Illinois passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022. Robert was born on August 24, 1930, in Centralia Illinois to Joseph and Paulina Surina.
A loving and compassionate father of five, he is survived by his children, Karen Eismann of Palm Beach Gardens FL, Myra Tanner of Truckee CA, Brian (Danuta) Surina of Chicago, IL, Paula (Dale) Donner of Estero FL, and David (Cecilia) Surina of Naperville IL, seven grandchildren; Kristen, Rick, Erik, Alyssa, Nicole, Nathan, and Emma.
A veteran of the Korean War, he served in the 2nd division of the 23rd Regiment, 1st Battalion Baker Company. He earned the Korean Service Medal with 2 Bronze Camp Stars, the United Nations Service Medal, the Overseas Service Bar, and the Combat Infantry Badge. After returning to the states he attended Southern Illinois University on the G.I. bill and earned his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
A longtime resident of Westmont, he retired from AT&T in 1990 and then transported Special Education Students for the Septran Bus Service for over 20 years. He enjoyed bowling, golfing, fishing, and spending time with family and friends.
Memorial Service Information:
Date/Time: Saturday, March 12th 4:00pm till 7:00 pm
Location: American Legion Hall Post 80 - 4000 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Interment at the Abraham Lincoln National Military Cemetery will be held at a future date.
The family requests those who wish to express sympathy to please consider a donation to the Honor Flight Chicago Organization. t.ly/g8cm

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Published by Suburban Life Publications from Mar. 12 to Mar. 19, 2022.

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Barbara Banner

March 22, 2022

Bob and Norma and Karen lived in apt. in veterans hsg. at SIU in Carbondale, Ill. next door to us in mid 50's and we became good friends and stayed in touch all these years. Such a nice guy and so sorry. Sending love and prayers to the family.

Sue ( Piekarz) Dalo

March 21, 2022

I just found out about your father's passing. Sending my condolences to the family. He was like a father to me. I was always at their house with Karen. He always told funny stories and jokes. He will be missed.

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