Photo courtesy of Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. - Lemont
Lemont, Illinois
May 25, 1937 – Nov 12, 2021 (Age 84)
Robert Xavier Splitt, Age 84, of Lemont, passed away Friday, November 12th, 2021, surrounded by his family. Devoted son of the late Xavier “Charlie” and the late Elsie Splitt. Adored husband of 58 years to Carolyn, nee Cavanaugh, Splitt. Doting father of Jennifer Splitt, Laura Whittingham, Anne (James) Cannon, Beth (Mike) Ryan, and Paula Wolski. Cherished grandfather of Megan (Matt) Campion, the late Kyle Krull; Bobby, Luke and Olivia Whittingham; Tess (Billy) Gischia, Charlie, and Beth Cannon; Molly (Tyler) Shellenberg, Jack, and Caroline Hennessy; Raegan, Quinn, and Cole Wolski. Brother of Victor F. (Elaine) Splitt, the late Therese M. Splitt, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and cherished friends. He was a deeply faith-filled man of his word who always put family first and never let a friend down. His sense of humor, compassion, and gift of listening created strong bonds and made lasting impressions on all who knew him.
Visitation Friday, November 19, 2021, from 3 – 8 p.m. at Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. 108 Illinois St. Lemont. Funeral services Saturday, November 20, 2021, 9:30 a.m. from the funeral home to SS. Cyril & Methodius Church for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment private.
In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to https://concussionfoundation.org/in memory of Robert Splitt/Kyle Krull.
Read MoreMy condolences to the Splitt family. As a former altar boy, he always told the best jokes before mass at St. Cyril’s. Prayers for peace and comfort to his family.
Dan Gray
Dan Gray
December 04, 2021 | Lemont, IL | Acquaintance
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Scott & Channing Power
November 29, 2021 | Encino, CA
I'm very sorry for your loss. My condolences
Anne M Sniegowski
November 24, 2021 | Friend
Anne and Beth and family, Sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I remember a tight knit family and I am sure you and yours provided him with a lifetime of memories. God Bless you and your family. Ms. Murray
Pam Murray
November 22, 2021 | DOWNERS GROVE, IL | Teacher
My condolence to the family. Bob was one of a kind. Great man and a fantastic person. Great golfer and a good friend. He will be missed!
Wesley Blaauw
November 19, 2021 | Lemont, IL | Friend
I am so sorry for your loss. He made this world a better place by raising amazing, independent, successful daughters. His legacy lives on in his family! Prayers for you all as you grieve the loss of this great man.
Jill Adduci
November 19, 2021 | St. Charles, IL | Friend
Bob was truly something special. His smile and sense of humor brought out the best in everybody, including myself. While we were doing business together, I felt we became such good friends. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.
James Alexander
November 19, 2021 | Naperville, IL | Friend
Our condolences to the entire Splitt family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
David Krull
November 18, 2021 | Westmont, IL
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Bob. We will keep Bob and your entire family in our prayers.
Stu and Jeri Christensen
November 16, 2021 | Sarasota, FL | Friend
