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Robert P. Michiels

Sycamore, Illinois

Oct 17, 1963 – Oct 22, 2018 (Age 55)

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BORN
October 17, 1963
DIED
October 22, 2018
AGE
55
LOCATION
Sycamore, Illinois

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Butala Funeral Home & Crematory - Sycamore Obituary

Robert P. Michiels, 55, of Kingston died Monday, October 22, 2108 at his home. He was born October 17, 1963 in Elmhurst to Henry and Genevieve Michiels.  He married Barbara Mickiewicz in 1988. Robert was an electrician for Union IBEW Local 134 for many years.  Loving the outdoors, Robert enjoyed...

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Very sorry for your loss. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared comfort you today and in the days ahead.
1 Thessalonians 4:14

So sorry for your loss. May you find peace in the God of all comfort

Rob just a month ago in Wyoming.

Rob in the Sylvainia Wilderness in Michigans Upper Peninsula.

Ive had many many pleasant times with Rob. We shared hiking , backpacking , fishing and family get togethers over the years. It was so nice to spend time with Rob and Barb in Wyoming last month. It brought back many happy memories. My condolences to Barb and the entire Michiels clan. Rob was a great guy and I will miss him dearly.

Most of my memories with the Michiel's family took place growing up. Robert's mom Aunt Jean and my mom Geri Ovyn were sisters and we spent our childhood playing and having fun. The families were always together. He was the baby and I was already 12 when he was born. I remember we had to take turns holding him, he was very special to us. It's hard to understand why people are taken from us so young. I am so sorry for your loss Barb & the Michiel's family.

I have so many memories of Robert. I feel blessed that we are cousins. Over the past several years, Rob became closer with Tom and I and called and visited when he could. Tom and Rob enjoyed spending time together learning about wildlife/nature and becoming an expert Steward of the land. We will miss him terribly. Our heartfelt love and prayers to Barb as our entire Michiels' clan grieves his passing.

Robbie will be missed. His knowledge of plant life and which tree was which amazed us. We will miss his walks around our timber. Another good guy taken to soon from us. Prayers to Barb and the family.

Robbie was always so kind to everyone around him. He was so quiet, but could make you laugh with his witty humor. We always had fun, riding and camping out; back in the day with our circle of friends. It's been a long time since I've seen him or Barb. He was always talked about very fondly in conversations with my kids. So sorry for this tragic loss. My prayers to family, friends and loved ones suffering. He will be dearly missed.