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Robert Corey Obituary

Robert Franklin Corey, 86, of Orland Park, IL and Marco Island, FL, passed away on May 4, 2015 after a battle with cancer. He leaves his beloved wife Lorraine (Sokolowski) with whom he spent 65 wonderful years of marriage. He also leaves children Karen Friker (Ken) and James Corey (Misty), grandchildren Andrew Walker (Kari), Corey Ann Walker, Bryan Corey, and Melissa Carey (Mike) and great grandchildren Ashlynn and Madison Carey and Cole, Katie and Jack Walker. Grandchildren through marriage include Keith Friker (and family), Kevin Friker (and family), Brittanie Barbero and MaKenna Bodin. Mr. Corey was a well-respected Chicago banker whose 54-year career began in 1946. He started his career at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and then served as an executive and board member at Drovers Bank and Cole Taylor Bank. After retirement in 2000, he began splitting his time between Orland Park, IL and a winter home on Marco Island, FL where he enjoyed golf, many great friends and his first exciting hole-in-one. He was an Eagle Scout and remained active in his life in the Illinois Bankers Association, Community Bankers of Illinois, Rush University's Neurological Committee, and the Holy Nativity Church. He was also a past school board president in Chicago Ridge, a past member of Midlothian Country Club and the inaugural president of Crystal Tree Golf and Country Club. Private services have been held. Donations may be made to Avow Hospice in Naples, FL at avowcares.org/donate or by mail 1095 Whippoorwill Lane, Naples, FL 34105. Funeral Info: Lawn Funeral Home 708-532-3100

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 5, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Corey

13 Entries

Jerry & Betty Croke

April 29, 2023

We reaffirm our thoughts and prayers posted on 5/5/2015.

June 3, 2015

Dear Lorraine, Karen, and Jim,
How blessed we have been to have Bob and Lorraine next door at the Mirage -- warm, delightful, interesting, and wonderful neighbors. Watching Bob amuse restaurant servers from Marco Island to the Everglades has been great fun through these eleven years. "We pinch ourselves," was our joint comment about the beauty of the island and of the Mirage, and our sense of great good fortune for being part of it all. Karen and Jim, we have known through all the years how attentive and faithful and loving you have been to your parents. (We understand Bob's sentiment -- if he had known you two would come out so well they'd have had four -- that's our Bob!)
Our hearts, love, and prayers are with you and the grandchildrend and great-grands -- the whole family.
We hold tight all the joyful memories, still here to bless today and the future. Lorraine, all that goodness will be with us -- and all your friends and neighbors -- as we carry our friendships forward together. We hold you very dear and look forward to our next tea time. Much love, Wayne and Deborah

May 11, 2015

Dear Lorraine, We are so sorry for your loss of Bob. What a great life & wife he had. We remember him and the years at Crystal Tree being such an important part of it's development. His professionalism and work ethic in banking was admired by many. We think of you often and hope God guides you through your emptiness & loss.
Love, Pat & Jackie McShane

May 7, 2015

I can only think happy memories when I think about Bob and his wonderful way. He was always good for a chuckle with his dry humor. He will be sorely missed here at the Mirage and by everyone who knew him.
Wishing you strength as you navigate these difficult times.
Kathy Callahan

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Ken and Kathy O'Renick

May 6, 2015

Lorraine and Family,
We are grateful for the friendship that Lorraine and Bob extended to us. We so enjoyed his company and his great since of humor. The Marco Mirage will not be the same without him.
We extend our deepest sympathy and our continued prayers.
Sincerely,
Ken and Kathy O'Renick

Russ and Mariyn Newlin

May 6, 2015

We will always remember Bob's warmth and smiley face. His friendliness to all will be sorely missed. Please know that he will be, along with his family, in our hearts and prayers.

Catherine Specht

May 6, 2015

Bob and Lorraine have been a gift to both Tom and me as our dear neighbors in Marco Island. Bob's humor was his hallmark and his warmth and love of Lorraine was ever present. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Lorraine and the rest of the family. Bob will be so missed. All of our love, Tom and Cathy Specht

May 6, 2015

Our sincere condolences to the entire family for the loss of a wonderful man.
Rick and Dawn Lee

Steve Rosenbaum

May 5, 2015

Lorraine & Family:

Please accept my condolences on your loss. Bob was one of the finest gentlemen in the banking industry. All looked up to him as a leader and a person to emulate.

It was a blessing to have known Bob. Be assured that his legacy will continue. We are all saddened in his passing, but that it because he did so much for so many.

A fine gentlemen, whom I admired. Thank you for allowing Bob to be a leader in the industry and community.

My deepest respects.

Joan & Dennis Pidherny

May 5, 2015

Bob and Lorraine were then first couple we met at the Mirage. We will never forget the feeling of warmth and friendship they showed us. We did enjoy our Chinese food dinners. Bob will always be remembered for his gentle warm smile and his quirky little jokes. We will miss Bob very much. He is now resting in the arms of Our Heavenly Father. Praying that God will comfort you, Jim, Karen and family with loving memories of wonderful Bob. Love, Joan & Dennis

Kathy & Ed Miracco

May 5, 2015

Bob was one of our very favorite people at the Mirage. Ed and I will always remember him as such a sweet and gentle man who surprised us with breakfast on the pool deck! Sending our heartfelt condolences and love to Lorraine and family.

Bonnie Hunt

May 5, 2015

Bob was always so sweet to me, Bill, my children, & my grandchildren..
Bob & Lorraine were such an adorable couple, I know she was everything to him, and he was everything to Lorraine.
Bob was a Blessing to his children, and grandchildren I know they were the world to him.
Our deepest sympathy to Lorraine and entire family
we will all miss Bob
Love, cousins Bonnie and Bill Hunt

Jerry Croke

May 5, 2015

Dear Lorraine,
Betty and I were so saddened to see today's notice of Bob's death. We have been friends for over 50 years and have so many common experiences and memories not the least of which was working together to get the Crystal Tree Golf Club off the ground.
Bob was always such an easy guy to like and a gentleman personified. He made a very positive impact on my life and Lorraine, while you have lost a beloved husband I have lost a good old friend who will be missed. Betty and I send our sincere condolences and ask that God bless Bob and you Lorraine and your entire family.

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