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Robert Rooney Obituary

Rooney, Robert L. Beloved husband of the late Patricia Rooney; loving father of Laura (Ken) Slouber, Donna Rooney, Andrea (Craig) Maksymiak, the late Keri and Robert T. Rooney; proud grandfather of Joshua Rooney, Alex, Hailey, Kaitlyn Maksymiak and Sean Slouber; dear brother of Marguerite Forsythe, Rosemary Clarke, the late Maureen Fitzgerald and Richard Rooney. Navy Veteran. Funeral Thursday 10:30 AM from the Hickey Memorial Chapel 4201 W. 147th Street Midlothian to St. Christopher Church 11:00 AM Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials to Palos Hospital Hospice would be appreciated. Visitation Wednesday 2:00 - 9:00 PM. 708-385-4478.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 30, 2013.
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I am so sorry to hear about Bob he was a good boss & friend and will be truly missed, you are in my prayers.

Mike Klumb

August 1, 2013

Andrea, Craig, Alex, Hailey and Kate,
We are thinking of you all during this difficult time. We love you!
Love, Glenn, Jen, Riley and Charlie

Jennifer Maksymiak

July 31, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the Rooney family, God Bless. Bob & Carrie Maginot

Carrie Maginot

July 31, 2013

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

CARL SR. AND CARL JR. TOMCZAK

July 31, 2013

You are so loved and will be missed! Praying for the family and their peace during this time. I really wish we could be there by you all side. All our love-- Kimberly, Charles, Lily and Charlie

Kimberly Sullivan

July 31, 2013

Although I can't be with you while you remember your loved one, you're in my thoughts from afar.

Patty Ann Clarke Allsopp

July 31, 2013

I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of your father who I had the privilage of knowing he will be truly missed and my prayers are with you all.

Cindy Klumb

July 31, 2013

Are prayers are with your dad and for you and your family

Brotan family

July 30, 2013

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