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Robert Royce Obituary

Robert W. Royce Jr., age 70, retired CPD after 33 years of service. Beloved husband of Ellen nee Sandler. Loving father of Mark (Jill) Royce and Allison (Carlin) Metzger. Devoted papa of Brennan and Avery Metzger and Layla Royce. Fond brother of Richard, Timothy and the late Thomas Royce. Fond son of the late Robert W. Sr. and Marcella nee Fleckenstein Royce. Memorial visitation Sunday, August 10th, at the JOHN E. MALONEY FUNERAL HOME, 1359 W. Devon Ave., from 4 to 8pm with a memorial prayers at 7:00pm. In lieu of flowers contributions to Rush Lung Cancer Research Fund, 1700 W. Van Buren, Suite#250, Chicago, Il 60612 appreciated. Funeral Info: 773-764-1617.

Published by Chicago Tribune from Aug. 9 to Aug. 10, 2014.
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Dear Ellen, our family sends love and deep sympathy to all of you at this time of your loss of Bob. He was a wonderful man. May you cherish his memory and find peace. Love, Nancy

August 13, 2014

In your memory Uncle Bob- we love you and miss you

Katie DeAngelis

August 12, 2014

Such a difficult loss - one can only offer deep condolences to the mourners with the knowledge that memories of Dad will live in your hearts forever. Selena and Bud Pesine

August 11, 2014

Dear Allison and the entire Royce/Metzger Family: I'm so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. May his memory be a blessing, always.

Wendy Brown

August 11, 2014

Dear Ellen,
We are very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. When we look out toward your garage we always see Bob. We will always miss his good natured smile and his friendship. He was a good neighbor and a good friend. Take care. Your friends.
Seymour and Sheryl Shedlow.

August 10, 2014

We love you so much Uncle Bob! Words cannot express how we feel at this time. If anyone deserves to go to heaven it is you! Much love- DeAngelis Family

Katie DeAngelis

August 10, 2014

Dear Ellen and family, please know that we are all so sorry for your loss and that our thoughts are with you. We know what a wonderful grandfather Bob has been for Layla and her cousins and how much they will miss him. We wish you warmth in your memories that will overcome the sorrow you feel today.
Nancy Ovitsky and family

Nancy Ovitsky

August 10, 2014

Dearest Ellen & family....I am Bobby's first cousin and though we have not been in touch for many years, I remember his smile and teasing nature. We've had a lot of 'too soon' death in our family and know how painful this is for all of you. My prayers are with you... Peggy Harper Sipes, daughter of Rita and J.D.

August 9, 2014

To Ellen: Feel no guilt in laughter, he'd know how much you care.
Feel no sorrow in a smile that he is not here to share.
You cannot grieve forever; he would not want you to.
He'd hope that you could carry on the way you always do.
So, talk about the good times and the way you showed you cared,
The days you spent together, all the happiness you shared.
Let memories surround you, a word someone may say
Will suddenly recapture a time, an hour, a day,
That brings him back as clearly as though he were still here,
And fills you with the feeling that he is always near.
For if you keep those moments, you will never be apart
And he will live forever locked safely within your heart.

Terry

August 9, 2014

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Robert will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 10 AUG, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

August 9, 2014

Rest in a well deserved peace.

David Sandlund

August 9, 2014

Dear Ellen
We are so saddened by Bob's passing. He was such a genuine person. When I look out my window I expect to see him out there with the garage door open puttering as we call it. In my mind he will always be there.
Please accept our heartfelt and deepest sympathy at this sad time. May you find comfort in your memories of your Dear Bob.
With Love,
Ilene, Steve and Eric

Ilene and Steve Kaplan

August 9, 2014

Dear Ellen
we are saddened to hear of Bobs passing he was a great friend and a great guy.He was loved by all his fellow Police friends and will be missed
Jerry Celano

August 9, 2014

My sympathy to the Royce family. Bob was a friend, a fellow police officer and a neighbor for many years. Bob was a great guy and will be missed by many. RIP

Ed Pyrcioch, Ret. CPD

August 9, 2014

Dear Ellen,
We were so saddened to hear of Bob's passing. Please except our deepest sympathies. Bob was such a great person; Phil and I have many great memories of our times together.
With love,
Arlene & Phil

August 9, 2014

Drar Ellen,
Heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. Sending hugs and love.

Marcia Becker

August 9, 2014

Dearest Ellen, We are so sad for your loss. Bob was such a great person. We will all miss him. Warmly and with love, Essie & Rick

Rick Streicher

August 9, 2014

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