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Robert Svendsen II

Willowbrook, Illinois

1947 - 2014

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Mr. Robert W. Svendsen, II aka "Papa" was a family man, longtime Chicagoland business leader, war veteran and supporter of numerous community causes in the Western Suburbs. Robb was born in Oak Park, on February 13, 1947 and attended Hinsdale Central High School. In June 1973, he graduated with a...

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I think about him a lot, he was a friend and mentor. taught me to always look at "the big picture"

Still missing you big guy

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I realize this message is rather late but actually I didn't know Robb. I was buying books at a thrift store in jensen beach (just next to stuart fl and started one of them just now. Airframe by Michael
Chrichton. Inside was written...
Robb Svendsen
740 S. County line Rd.
Hinsdale, Ill 60521
so I looked him up on the internet. I was so disappointed to see an obituary for him. Of course the book, a hardback was written in 1996, almost 28 years ago. I don't know what...

So sorry to hear this , Cindy in our office sent over to me. Robb was such a great guy ! I always looked forward to spending time with him on business or on the golf course we both enjoyed. He was a giving person and will be missed !!

Happy Birthday Robb! Always a friend and will always be missed.

Just heard the terrible news. Robbie you left this world way too soon. You were a great classmate and teammate at Hinsdale Central. Your presence will be missed by all. May you rest in peace.

What an outstanding citizen, Robbie was. He was wonderful to all who knew him. He will be missed. RIP my friend

I've known Robb since Oak School. He was a sweet man and I'll miss connecting with him on FB. What wonderful memories are left and I will not forget my old friend and his family.

Amy and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember your Dad well, and as so many have mentioned, he was a true gentleman who loved his family. I'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Katie (Finn) Hines