ROBERT R. "BOB" SCHOEBERL

1936 - 2013

ROBERT R. "BOB" SCHOEBERL obituary, 1936-2013, Naples, FL

BORN

1936

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home

44 South Mill Street

Naperville, Illinois

ROBERT SCHOEBERL Obituary

Robert R. "Bob" Schoeberl, age 77, of Naples, FL and The Stonebridge community of Aurora, IL, died Thursday, September 19, 2013 at Edward Hospital, Naperville. He was born March 13, 1936 in Lebanon, SD. Beloved husband of Nancy Heche Schoeberl and the late Patricia "Pat" (nee Ferrie) Schoeberl, loving father of Elaine (Brett) Trainor of Wheaton, IL, adored grandfather of Madeline, Sydney and Emma, devoted son of the late Raymond and Mary Schoeberl, dear brother of Jerry (Grace) Schoeberl, Don (Paula) Schoeberl, Eugene (Sharon) Schoeberl, Leanne (the late Charles) Mraz, Karen (the late Dwayne) Robison, Karol (Charles) Smith and the late Cletus (Charlene) Schoeberl, fond uncle of many. Bob grew up on a farm near Cedar Rapids, IA and was a graduate of Immaculate Conception High School. He attended Loras College in Dubuque, IA and later served in the U.S. Army. Bob was employed by Montgomery Ward & Co. for almost 40 years, retiring in 1994 as a President and Senior Officer. Bob's family, friends and his philanthropic endeavors, along with playing golf, were his passions in life. He was a member of Stonebridge Country Club, Aurora and Collier's Reserve in Naples. Bob was active on many boards and civic organizations including: Mount Mercy University, Cedar Rapids and was a longtime board member and member of the executive committee of the Automotive Aftermarket Foundation. He was also a former board member of TBC Corp., Lund Industries and was former CEO/ Chairman of Midas Corp., Over the years, Bob served as a lector at many Catholic churches and was a strong supporter of the Over the Rainbow Association. Bob Schoeberl will always be remembered as a man whose concern for his fellow man knew no bounds. Visitation Sunday, September 22, 2:00-7:00 P.M. at Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville. Services will begin Monday, September 23, 9:00 A.M. from the funeral home and will proceed to a 10:00 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Michael Catholic Church, 310 S. West St., Wheaton, IL 60187, 630-665-2250, www.stmichaelcommunity.org. Interment: Assumption Cemetery, Wheaton, IL. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Robert R. Schoeberl can be made to the Northwestern Scleroderma Program at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Contributions will be used to further research and education efforts. For complete memorial donation information, please call 630-355-0213 or visit www.friedrich-jones.com.

Published by Daily Herald on Sep. 21, 2013.
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In remembrance of Uncle Bob on the first anniversary of his passing I light this candle thinking of him. I miss talking to you about golf, what my cousins are up to, politics, and career advice. You, Dad, Grandma, and Aunt Pat along with all of our other family members take care in heaven. Love you all very much.

Brad Schoeberl

September 20, 2014

HAVE FUN WITH JERRY IN HEAVEN UNCLE BOB, HE LOVES GOLF TOO..BUT WATCH HIM HE COULD CHEAT!!!! LOL

Jean Hill

September 28, 2013

RIP UNCLE BOB, YOU WERE A GREAT GUY! I KNOW EVERYONE WILL MISS YOU TERRIBLY. LOVE JEAN HILL

JEAN HILL

September 28, 2013

Nancy introduced us to Bob when they were married, but we feel like we have known him all of our lives. Bob was a strong man with a gentle spirit... just the type of friend one would want. He loved his God and he loved people, and he most certainly touched our lives in a special way.

Mark and Janet Sweeney

September 25, 2013

Nancy and family,
May you have wonderful joyful memories and God's peace surround you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Genuinely, Lana

Lana Myers

September 24, 2013

I am a high school classmate of Bob's. In high school he was a hard worker, a great basketball player because he gave 100%.
Senior year he was voted the most handsome, the most popular and the most athletic. A group of us were fortunate to have lunch with him August 6th when he was in Cedar Rapids to visit his brother. Yesterday I went to mass online - St. Louis Cathedral in New Orleans - Fr. Wm Maestri - who ended his homily saying "This is your time to return to the Lord's house. You know why? Because Heaven needs to celebrate this morning. The angels need to rejoice. And God will meet you, not with accusation, condemnation, disapproval - but with a warm embrace - welcoming you home from a foreign land. And Heaven will celebrate; the angels will rejoice." Enjoy it, Schoeb. We'll all join you when God has our party prepared.

Carol Nilles

September 24, 2013

Jane and I will miss him, especially his joyous attitude and approach to life. He was a good neighbor, friend, and golf partner.

Hart Joseph

September 23, 2013

Mr. Schoeberl will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy to all his family.

Sincerely,

Ronda Berendt - The Remington, Naples, FL

September 23, 2013

Bob lived a full life in his 77-plus years but still, left us too early - I know for him, and for us. He had a zest for life and so much more he wanted to do - Mount Mercy University, the Automotive Aftermarket Foundation, or his multiple business ventures and board positions - and of course, and maybe most importantly, the time he looked forward to spending with his grandchildren whom he adored. Bob touched so many lives. He was great man, a true friend, and a role model for many, including me. I will truly miss him.

Steve Machiorlette

September 22, 2013

It is with a heavy heart that I write this today. I worked with and for Bob at Wards thru all the ups and downs. Bob was the rock in a place that was filled with mayhem. The world is not a better place today because of his loss, but the world is a better place because Bob was here. He was loved by all with his gruff exterior but his gentle heart. I loved that guy.

John BULGARELLA

September 21, 2013

Bob was a great friend and a mentor. I will miss his sound advice and sense of humor.
Our deepest sympathies
Alan & Deb Feldman

September 21, 2013

I met Bob in Chiacgo in 1972 ,we both were with Montgomery Ward ,He was a great friend and I will cherish my memories

Richard Hoban

September 21, 2013

The voice, the laugh,his boundless enthusiasm and wit. A mentor to many. The voice may be stilled, but his spirit lives on in all of us.
Bill and Judy Docherty

Bill and Judy Docherty

September 21, 2013

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Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home

44 South Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60540

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23

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9:00 a.m.

Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home

44 South Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60540

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23

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Michael Catholic Church

310 S. West St., Wheaton, IL

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