Photo courtesy of Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel - Hobart
Nov 4, 1948 - Sep 3, 2025
Bob will be dearly missed. I will never forget the fun times me him and Chris had at the shop in Hammond. His sense of humor was wonderful and was a genuine soul. I was blessed to have known him.
Frank Arambula
September 07, 2025 | DeMotte, IN | Friend
Bob was a wonderful man. He rented a Car Lot to me in the early 90's, I am forever grateful for the opportunity he gave me. Rest in Peace.
Stephen Key
September 05, 2025 | Friend
Dear Family & Friends,
We're very much saddened to learn of Bob's passing.
When he was married to my sister, Judy, we had some lively times & chats - often picking on Judy, but always in a good-hearted way, whenever we could get together - he loved it.
Sad to say we hadn't seen him in a while, but we'll always have fond memories.
Mike/Ann P
September 04, 2025 | Family
Robert Polak
Age 76 passed away Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Munster Community Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 4, 1948, to the late Frank and Irene (nee Fowler) Polak Sr. in Whiting, Indiana. Robert was a retired owner and operator of Kars Auto Body in Hammond, Indiana where he worked as a body technician. He demonstrated exceptional kindness, diligence, dependability, straightforwardness, and a delightfully wicked sense of humor, while also contributing to various charitable organizations. He was a member of the Free Masons and of the Eagles and the Eagles Riders of Hobart. Robert will be dearly missed.
Robert is survived by his sons, Christopher (Amanda) Polak and Michael (Pam) Polak; daughter, Tammy (Jay) Sanders; three grandchildren, Ashley, Samantha, and Kristen Polak and many other loving family members and friends
Robert was preceded in death by his first wife, Linda (nee Keilman) Polak and second wife, Judith (Potocki) Polak; son, Robert Polak Jr. and brother, Frank Polak Jr.
In lieu of flowers donations to Disabled American Veterans at DAV.ORG or Tunnel to Towers Foundation in Roberts memory would be appreciated.
A funeral service for Robert will be held Wednesday, September 10 ,2025 at 10:00 am at Rees Funeral Home, 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart, Indiana 46342. Burial will follow at Calumet Park Cemetery. A visitation will also be held Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel. For more information please contact (219) 942-2109 or online condolences can be shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com
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