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Robert Humphreys Obituary

ROBERT J. HUMPHREYS, 73 MACHESNEY PARK - Robert J. Humphreys, 73, of Machesney Park passed away Monday, May 9, 2011, at Rockford Memorial Hospital. Robert married Judy on Oct. 23, 1974. He enjoyed fishing, playing games on the computer, bowling, and spending time with his family. Survived by wife, Judy of Machesney Park; daughters, Lorrie (James) Atkinson of Florida, Wendy (Kevin) Romine of Tennessee, Brenda (Christopher) Johnson of Ohio, and Melissa (Duane) Arnold of Illinois; nine grandchildren; and one great- grandson. Predeceased by his parents, and two siblings. Service at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 12, at Advantage Funeral and Cremation Services, 7000 W. State St., with visitation from 1 p.m. to time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. Condolences at mem.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from May 11 to May 12, 2011.

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Lisa Knight

May 22, 2011

Humphreys (Krepfle) family..I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Your Friend..Lisa Hancock Knight

bob crosty

May 12, 2011

sorry to hear of your loss i use to bowl with bob years ago and he was vey good at it and enjoyed all the people he was always around he will be missed dearly

Cindy Huber

May 12, 2011

Melissa and family, I am so sorry I couldn't be with you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers today.

Heather Pogue Landin

May 12, 2011

Missy,
So sorry to hear about your dad. Wish I could say something to make it easier but I know all to well it doesn't help. Will be thinking about you & your family!

May 12, 2011

Uncle Bob we will truely miss you. Aunt Judy you are in our thoughts and prayers. And rememeber we are alway's here for you.
Love, David, Jenn, and Chloe

May 12, 2011

Judy and Family, Bob and I are so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. We havent seen much of you in the last two years, but always liked talking with you on your front porch. Bob & Barb Smith

Michelle Apgar

May 12, 2011

Mom, Missy, Brenda, Wendy and Lorrie,I know its been years but I am thinking of all of you and sending you all love and sympathy. Bob was always good to me, I have always thought of him as a 2nd dad and I cherish all the memories I have of him. He will forever hold a special place in my heart. Love and Hugs to you all.

Ed & Sheri Green

May 11, 2011

Uncle Bob ,
To a great guy, R.I.P.
We'll miss you , Bro . Sorry for your loss , Aunt Judy & girls. Love you

Ed & Sheri Green

May 11, 2011

Uncle Bob ,
To a great guy , we'll miss you, bro .

Cristy Armato (Pusateri)

May 11, 2011

Missy,
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. I know how hard it is. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sonny and Linda Miller

May 11, 2011

Judy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry that we will not be there to give you support and a hug, but we will see you soon.

May 11, 2011

Judy and Girls, Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers, Pat and Dawn Flaningam

Ann Redding

May 11, 2011

Melissa, Thinking of you and your family.

Green

May 11, 2011

Bob we will remember all the fun times we had at the casinos , pool party's and camping trips. We will never forget your first time running a boat. Love and miss you Ken, Arditta Green (Port Charlotte Fl. )

Nancy and Lynn Hanrahan/Thomson

May 11, 2011

Aunt Judy and girls,
Mom and I send you all of our love and sympathy. Uncle Bob was one of a kind and oh the memories of him. He will be greatly missed!! Love you all!!!

Michael Carroll

May 11, 2011

RIP Bob...you will be missed.

Wendy Romine

May 11, 2011

Bob we love you and will miss you deeply. You have always been their for us know matter what. We will miss you so deeply. Love Kevin, Wendy, Sabrina, Kyle and Kristin....

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