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Robert Oakes

1951 - 2017

BORN

1951

DIED

2017

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Blake Lamb Funeral Home - Oak Lawn

4727 West 103rd Street

Oak Lawn, Illinois

Robert Oakes Obituary

Robert R. Oakes, 66, beloved husband of Jennifer, nee Hawk; devoted father of Christopher (Jeannie) and Jonathan (Jessica) Oakes; proud grandfather of Drayden, Charlotte, Lucas and Ryder. Bob chose to be cremated. Memorial Service Private at a later date. Info. 708-636-1193 or www.blakelamboaklawn.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Tribune on Dec. 25, 2017.

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Duane hakvirsob

November 28, 2023

Great talent to bad he passed away at such a young age

Duane halvorson

November 27, 2023

Very talented and left us too soon

Duane halvorson

November 25, 2023

Talented man that will be missed by his family and prifessjio

Talented man that wiil be missed by his family and professional associates.

December 26, 2017

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain you during this difficult time. (Isaiah 61:1,2) With sincerest sympathy.

December 25, 2017

Condolences to the family, so sorry for your loss of your loved one.

December 25, 2017

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted," and " comforts all who mourn," sustain your family during this challenging time. With heartfelt sympathy. Isaiah 61: 1, 2

December 25, 2017

My condolences on the loss of your dear husband. May God comfort your family and give you the strength to endure in the days ahead.
Jeremiah 29:11, 12

Miranda

December 25, 2017

I'm so very sorry for your loss. May God's love comfort you during this difficult time.

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