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Roberta Olp Obituary
Born: August 29, 1928
Died: October 12, 2019
Roberta Ann Olp (Knaus) died peacefully at home on October 12, 2019, at the age of 91, surrounded by her loving family.
Bobbie was born on August 29, 1928 in Longmont, Colorado, to Daniel and Liilian Knaus (Weiderquist). She was the youngest of eight children and had a twin brother, Richard Knaus (now deceased). She was born in the back bedroom of the farmhouse overlooking the Rocky Mountains.
Bobbie graduated from Colorado State University at Fort Collins in 1950 with a degree in Home Economics. She was the Women's Collegiate Student Association President, and secretary of the Home Economics Student Association. She was recongnized as one of 10 students selected for recongnition of Excellence. She was on the court for the "Snow Queen".
She met her future husband Robert (Bob) Olp, and although he was hours late for their first date, she married him anyway, on September 1, 1950 in Longmont, CO. They spent the next sixty-nine years together, rarely leaving each other's side.
Bobbie was a true matriarch and the center of the family. While raising all her children, she still found the time to make clothes, bake bread, be a den mother and Girl Scout leader and keep a daily journal. She valued education and ensured that all her kids went to college, achieving degrees in Medicine, Law, Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Pharmacy, Accounting, Engineering and Economics.
Bobbie lived in Downers Grove, Illinois for 64 years until she moved to Brookdale in Lisle, Illinois. After raising the children, she took classes in Accounting and became a bookkeeper for the family business, Connor-Winfield Corp. She worked her way up to Company President, reluctantly retiring at age 88. Her office and her "Prayer Can" were a frequent stop for many employees.
She was active at St. Mary's Church as a Eucharistic Minister, CHIRP member and a part of the Bereavement Group. She was a convert to Catholicism and steadfast in her faith. She loved her big family and celebrating every milestone in their lives. She was warm, loving, positive and selfless. Her friends treasured her ready smile and happy disposition. She was a guiding light in our lives and everyone who knew her will miss her deeply every day.
She is survived by her husband Robert Olp, and their children Thomas (Ellen) Olp, Theresa (Kevin) McDonald, Rosemary (John) Case, Kathleen Carqueville, Amy (Gregory) Miller, Debra (James Christopher) Gillespie, Daniel (Celeste) Olp, Rebecca Hughes, Kenneth (Libby) Olp, Gordon Olp, and their 32 grandchildren , four step grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and countless friends.
She was preceded in death by their son, David Olp.
Visitation Monday, October 21, 2019 4-8pm at Toon Funeral Home in Downers Grove.
Funeral Mass Tuesday, October 22, 2019 10am at St. Mary of Gostyn Church, Downers Grove.
Memorials may be made to Thomas More Society, 309 W. Washington St., Ste 1250, Chicago, IL 60606. Thomasmoresociety.org For information toonfuneralhome.com
or 630-968-0408
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John Mangoni
October 16, 2020
My deepest condolences to the entire Olp Family! I always remember her as such a kind and warm lady. Her son, David , was my very best friend in high school and can still hear her voice. I use to come over to the house often. I miss the entire family and send my deepest heartfelt thoughts. I must say that I miss my friend, David, so much too. Much love to the Olp family.
Petrea Westlund Ratliff
November 4, 2019
My deepest sympathies to the Olp family. I am a former employee of CW. Mrs. Olp was a second mom to me. I was a shy teenager and Mrs Olp took me in like I was her own. Every day at 4:30 she would put aside her work and we would chat about everything that I could not talk about with my own mom. Mrs Olp called it our fireside chats because she said it was like we were chatting next to a warm fire. Every time I pass CW on 88 I think about Mrs Olp and those fireside chats. So sorry Rose.
October 30, 2019
RIP Aunt Bobbie.
I'm going to miss her dearly.
I'll always cherish those dear memories of fun
times spent with Aunt Bobbie.
She was kindhearted,caring, and one of a kind woman.
My heart goes out to her family.
Hugs and kisses.
Diane Kenyon.
John Schweikle
October 22, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Roberta's passing. I worked with her family for 8 years and truly enjoyed the opportunities to speak with her. She was always kind. She always had a warm smile on her face. She always had nice things to say. On my last day at CW she came down from her office upstairs to thank me and to wish me well - I'll never forget that. She was an amazing woman. My deepest condolences to the family.
The Shelton Herringtons
October 21, 2019
Our sincerest condolences to the Olp Family.
Dominic Cirone
October 21, 2019
Our deepest condolences to the family. Roberta was a matriarch of a wonder family.
Craig Whitaker
October 21, 2019
Mrs. Olp was like a Mother to all of her coworkers at Connor Winfield Corporation. She loved and treated each and every one of us like family. She will truly be missed.
Mary and Dick Ewald
October 21, 2019
Rose and John, We are sorry for your loss. What a remarkable woman! You are in our prayers. Dick and Mary Ewald
Carolyn & Mark Tobin
October 20, 2019
Thinking of your wonderful family at this time. Your mom was so sweet. Love and prayers to all of you - carolyn & mark tobin
October 19, 2019
I am thinking about you and sending love.
Lorrie Pintozzi
October 18, 2019
My deepest sympathies to the entire Olp Family. Mrs. Olp will be missed and never forgotten. You are all in my prayers.
All my love, Lorrie Pintozzi
From the Staff of Toon Funeral Home
October 17, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Tom and Sandra Devane
October 16, 2019
Our prayers for Mrs. Olp and condolences to her extraordinary family.
Shantai Roberson
October 16, 2019
My deepest condolences to the Olp family. Even though I didn't know Roberta she sounds like a wonderful and amazing mother. Her memory will be with you always.
Steve Hogan
October 16, 2019
Wishing all of you peace and love during this difficult time. Roberta was an amazing woman, always kind to others.
Jim and Judy Hohenzy
October 16, 2019
Our deepest sympathy to family and friends. Roberta sounds like an amazing Lady! You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike Oddo
October 16, 2019
Mrs. Olp was the magnificent heart of a remarkable family. She was always a blessing whenever we met. God's peace and comfort to the extended Olp family.
Mike Chorney
October 16, 2019
A wonderful woman.....peace
October 16, 2019
My Condolences to the Olp family on your loss.May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Colleen Kelley
October 16, 2019
Bobbie was always such a happy person, constantly smiling, and looking
at you through the eyes of kindness. She will be truly missed!
October 15, 2019
My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return our loved ones who passed away in death . 1st Thessalonians 4 : 13 & 14 .
Gail Miskowicz-Retz
October 14, 2019
My husband, Konrad, and I are members of St. Mary's Parish. We met the Olps eons ago when we joined a prayer group of which they were also a part of. Before the group started, Bobbie delivered the reading material so we could review it in advance of the meeting. That she was warm, loving, positive and selfless is an understatement. A few years ago, while walking our dog, we passed their home and she and Bob were sitting on the front steps. We stopped and chatted for a long time. Our deepest sympathy to the Olp family--Bobbie will sincerely be missed.
Linda Brensberger
October 14, 2019
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories. Thoughts and prayers to the Olps and the extended Connor Winfield family.
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