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Robert Mjelde Obituary

Robert (Bob) Emil Mjelde, devoted husband, Father and grandfather passed away on March 29, 2015. Bob served in the Army from 1952-54 and as a reserve until 1960. He was employed by Illinois Bell Telephone, advancing from climbing poles to office manager during his 30 year career. He was greatly respected by all who worked with him and loved by all who met him. He is preceded in death by his parents, Emil and Elizabeth Mjelde, siblings, Donald, Shirley, Edward and Nancy, his wife Norma and son Douglas. He is survived by his brother Ken, sister Barbara and his sons Robert and Chuck (Patricia) Mjelde, daughter Marlea (Ken) Martin, grandchildren Valerie and Conner Martin, Payton and Brandon Mjelde and many nieces and nephews. A service will be held for Bob on Tuesday, March 31st at WARREN FUNERAL HOME, 1475 N. Cemetery Rd., Gurnee. Visitation at 10:00 am, service following at 11:00 am. Burial will follow at Warren Cemetery, Gurnee.

Published by News Sun on Mar. 30, 2015.
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God bless the mjelde family from all the sackmans. a big reunion up in heaven.

gary sackman

March 31, 2015

We all Loved Uncle Bob! He always had a smile and whistled like a song bird. We were so blessed to have him in our lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Randy and Deedee Struve

March 31, 2015

Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We are in Florida and unable to attend the services for Bob. Lots of good memories!
Bill and Judy Howard

March 30, 2015

Sorry for your loss Marlea n Doug , Mjelde family, we'll keep you in our prayers

Joe n Lynette Upham

March 30, 2015

My family is very sorry for your loss! Mr. Mjelde was like my second Norweign dad... many of fun times were had. He was a great guy, fun laugh and his sense of humor was priceless! Prayers to you all! Love you all.

Kristen Larsen Vedder

March 30, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Paul & Barbara Courington

March 30, 2015

My friend Bob was a superstar.

Bill Pemstein

March 30, 2015

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Visitation

10:00 a.m.

Warren Funeral Home, Cemetery & Mausoleum

1475 N Cemetery Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031

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31

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11:00 a.m.

Warren Funeral Home, Cemetery & Mausoleum

1475 N Cemetery Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031

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Warren Cemetery

Gurnee, IL

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1475 N Cemetery Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031

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