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Robert Pelinka Obituary
Mr. Pelinka worked as an architectural drafting teacher and sports coach at Lake Forest High school, beloved of students. He was a member of the Teacher Union and served for years as a bible study teacher and minister at Wheaton Bible Church and at Wayside Cross. An avid bow and arrow hunter and fisherman, he loved nature and gardened every summer.
His life was his family. He deeply loved his 'sweet wife,' Carol. His enthusiasm and excellence in basketball and coaching was a point of connection between Bob and his son, Rob. He was a playful, fun-loving grandfather with games and inventions to amuse his five grandchildren. Bob was the life-of-the-party at any occassion with bubble blowing contests, jokes, and made up games and elaborated stories.
He is survived by his wife, Carol A. Pelinka, his two children and their spouses: Sally Miller (Bryan), Rob Pelinka (Kristin); one sister and her husband, one brother, and brother in law: MaryAnne Sammon (Jerry), Richard Pelinka, Bruce Purdie, five grandchildren: Ben Miller, Ayden Miller, Emily Miller, Durham Pelinka, Emery Pelinka.
He was preceded in death by his parents Eddie and Marguerite Pelinka and his sister Patty Purdie.
A private celebration service will be held a the Pelinka Home in Carol Stream.
Memorials may be directed to Northwestern Medicine Home Health & Hospice, 690 E. North Avenue, Carol Stream, IL 60188; or Wayside Cross Ministries, 215 E. New York Street, Aurora, IL 60505. If donating online to hospice, please select the button on the lower half of the web page that directs your gift to Northwestern Medicine Home Health & Hospice (formerly CNS Home Health & Hospice).
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Pelinka
Thomas McClow
June 20, 2017
I am so sad to learn, now, that Bob died in April. He and I had become friends at the Senior Men's Bible Study at WBC. We were both battling cancer and shared a common experience in this. I know he had ups and downs in his treatment. He would always inquire about how I was doing. I greatly appreciated his caring friendship. I'm sure we will meet again in heaven.
Jerry Thompson
June 7, 2017
Very sorry to hear about Bob's passing. He was a great teacher and mentor to me in my high school years. I fondly recall the lessons I learned in your family room (CCD) and in his classroom. His positive energy and attitude was contagious. Love and prayers
June 5, 2017
I am deeply saddened to learn of Bob's passing. I recall the considerable time he and I spent together when we both served on the Negotiating Committee of the Lake Forest Education Coimmittee, and which led to the adoption of the school's FIRST Professional Negotiations Contract.
Bob was certainly a strong conrributor to that achievment! And I might add that he was very LOYAL and SUPPORTIVE of the team's efforts.
I especially like Bob, committee work aside, for our momnts together chatting during lunch breaks at LFHS.
He will be missed, but remembered.
June 3, 2017
Dear Carol and family,
I will always remember my friend Bob with joy and friendship. The first time I recall having a discussion with Bob was over a set of golf clubs. He sold them to me for $25 bucks and thus began my love of golf. I still have the clubs! Memories will be the riches of our life. Love and prayers, Pie.
Gayla Clemons
June 2, 2017
Dear Carol,
I shall always remember Bob and meeting him the first time, finding out he was from Mn. and going to start teaching at LFHS. The two of us finally putting the whole story together, after realizing he was the teen-age boy that came from Shadduck school to the Fairbault High school every night to meet up with a high school friend. Then the two of them would come to the gym and "bug" me for a basketball. They were a pair of Rascals and a lot of fun. Fond memories during my first teaching job.
My sympathies to you and the kids Carol, I hope he went easily into God's hands.
Tonie Adams
April 27, 2017
Bob, you will be missed with your funny Witt and wise inspiration. Rest well fly high in the heavens Till we see you again.
Becky Ratliff
April 26, 2017
My deepest sympathies to you and your family
Darla Dresdow
April 24, 2017
Dear Carol and family!
Praying you each will experience the loving arms of Jesus holding you close as Bob had his Coronation with Jesus on Saturday!
Bob was always a joy to be around and his life showed his love for his family and friends!! So thankful for the joy of knowing Bob through Fountain View Warm Water Exercise Classes for past three years!
Love because of Jesus! Darla J Dresdow
The Hultgren Family and Staff
April 24, 2017
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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