Robert J. Rectenwald Sr.

Even if your not here with us physically each one of us grandchildren will carry on a piece of you, as we all are you. Miss you more than you could ever imagine, and I hope you have a nice seat picked out for me right next to you. Love you pap

Grandpa I love you and miss you!

Dear Audry and family: We just found out about the passing of your husband, Bob, and we want to express our deepest sympathies to you and all of your family. Bob was a great neighbor and friend and he will be dearley missed by everyone who ever came into contact with him. We know that no words and ease the pain but he is in a better place today. We will remember him, you and your family in our prayers. Joe and Rose Bushofsky

Our sincere condolences, utmost respect and love to such a great man and his great family. Peace, strength and comfort to you all. The Yohos

My wife, Rosella, and I are volunteers at the Passavant Retirement Center. Bob attended men's breakfast when he was able. My experience with him enabled me to get an idea af the type of husband and father he was. I had intentions of telling you of my views and experiences of Bob however I read the eulogy posted in this guest book. After reading that, with tears in my eyes, anything I could add would be insignificant. As was said in the eulogy, "Bob was a great man" and it was my pleasure to...

This was the eulogy I wrote and delivered at the funeral Mass today, April 21, 2004:

Dad, you once told me I was “good with words,” and though you meant I was short on work or actions then, and big on words, my hope is that my words will somehow approach you now, approach a sense of your life as so many people knew you, and as I knew you and loved you. Dad, this is a big responsibility. It’s a very big task to stand here, and try to sum up such a large life when so many people...

You have our sympathy and prayers.
Sam & Jean Black

Jerry, Ms. Ennis and Family:
Your father's name stood out because I rememered your name from the We are Remembered Ministry. I am so sorry for your loss. May the special peace that comes only from our Lord fill your hearts and bring you comfort.