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Veronica Migut & D Barrington
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Robert J. Skwarek
Chicago, Illinois
Aug 9, 1956 – Sep 2, 2023
About
BORN
August 9, 1956
DIED
September 2, 2023
LOCATION
Chicago, Illinois
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Robert J. Skwarek, 67, retired firefighter for the City of Chicago for more than 32 years, died suddenly on Saturday, September 2, 2023. Beloved son of Frances and John “Lefty” Skwarek (both deceased); cherished brother of Carol, Teresa, and Donna; dearest brother-in-law of his eager co-pilot Serge Fourmaux. Now reunited with his treasured twin brother, the late, great Phil.
Bob was a remarkable soul, generous with his time, talents, and kindness, endearing him to many, especially his extended family at the Wooddale Beach Association in Lake Geneva, his Burlington flying buddies, and the Bebak clan in the Northwoods of Wisconsin.
Bob led a remarkable life and lived it to the fullest. Hard-working and humble, he touched the lives of many as a firefighter, engineer, certified EMT, and air/sea rescue diver for the Chicago Fire Department; an aviator and certified flight instructor; and an athlete and outdoorsman. Bob excelled at sports: baseball, hockey, tennis, open water swimming, scuba diving, and most recently pickleball. He loved the outdoors, feeding his hummingbirds daily, fishing for the cycle with Phil, casting while canoeing down the Flambeau River, eager to relay the day’s adventures.
A good friend and neighbor, Bob always lent a helping hand to anyone in need and was generous with his labors. A handyman extraordinaire, he could find a solution to just about any problem and made friends in every place he landed. His subtle sense of humor kept you laughing and thinking.
Caring, compassionate, and much loved, Bob left the world a better place and left his family and friends much too soon. We will miss you terribly, Bob, and trust that your last flight into the heavens, with your new set of wings, will bring you eternal joy. Aloha!
Due to COVID-19, services will be private. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery, Justice, IL. Arrangements by Wolniak Funeral Home, 773-767-4500 or www.wolniakfuneralhome.com
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Prayers and condolences to the family, he was a great friend and loved by all. May he RIP.
Jesse Nunez
October 08, 2023 | CHICAGO | Friend
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To all of Bob’s family and friends, my deepest condolences. I’m so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was a wonderful friend and neighbor here in Wooddale subdivision. He would often ride his bike while I walked either to or from the lake. We would often see each other at the pier while he was either swimming at the end of the day or snorkeling near the pier. I cared deeply for Bob & had assumed he was with family since he wasn’t at the pier the last few weeks. (I’m not on Facebook & just...
Lynn Von Bergen
September 14, 2023 | Lake Geneva, WI | Friend
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My condolences to the entire family!Bob was an amazing person with a heart of Gold just like Phil! I loved when he and Phil would play tennis at Diversey clay courts.It was a treat for me to see them play for hours.Always kind and always a Gentleman.I´ll miss you my friend!!
Luis Zambrano
September 13, 2023 | Friend
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In the ten years I worked with Bobby, we had some great adventures at ASR. Helocasting and diving just about the entire length of Lake Michigan and most of the retention ponds together. In black and murky water he always had a smile on his face, ready for the next dive. I always knew he had my back. I will always think of his warmth and kindness.
Bob Sachs
September 12, 2023 | Chicago, IL | Coworker
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So sorry to hear about Bob. Bob and I were both young firemen on Engine 30, we worked together for 7 or 8 years. Bob was good fireman and great guy to work with. In all the years I worked with Bob I never heard a complaint from him, that is rare for a firemen. A good man may he rest in peace.
Pat Kehoe
September 11, 2023 | Naples, FL | Friend
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Worked with Bobby for years at Air Sea Rescue ,
Always a gentleman . He was a great detail guy , when anyone saw a beautifully repaired dry suit for diving, someone would always comment “ Bobby must have done that “
Sorry for your loss .. Ed Tadla
Edward Tadla
September 10, 2023 | Chicago, IL | Coworker
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To the entire Skwarek Family:
I am deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your brother. I could tell that Bob was a very good man from the few brief encounters I’ve had with him over the years at my Mother’s house. I’m sorry that we didn’t get to know him better because I am blown away by all of his interests and accomplishments in life!! What an amazing role model he must have been to anyone who knew or encountered him! He lived such a full & meaningful life in service to...
Donna Barrington
September 07, 2023 | Wheaton, IL | Neighbor
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Teresa, Carol, & Donna:
I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was such a nice man - always willing to help. Please accept my condolences to your entire family. May your many happy memories with Bob console you and bring you peace.
Veronica Migut
September 07, 2023 | Chicago, IL | Neighbor
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