Robert Charles Whaley

April 13, 2003 My Dear Six Sons, My brother, and your Uncle Bob, died in the early hours of the morning today. He was 64. Most, if not all of you had met Bob at one point or another. A few of you stayed at his home in Chicago while attending my Dad's funeral almost three years ago. As you are aware, Bob had been confined to a rehabilitation center/nursing home for the past 18 months after sustaining the most severe and crippling of compound trauma injuries following a tragic...

SO MANY FOND MEMORIES OF THE WHALEY FAMILY. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. AS MY FATHER JERRY ROWLAND WOULD HAVE SAID, GOD BLESS, MICHAELA ROWLAND

There are many facets to a diamond, and that was the life of Robert. Through the over 28 years I worked for (with) him through the many other businesses he created with Photo Ideas; PHOTO NETWORK, Robert Lord Photography, Pet Art, Photo-Expo etc, his creative juices never ceased. During my own hard times from house fire through other trials, he stood by me and with me, and for that I am truly blessed. We also studied the Word of God together with many questions (Iron Sharpens Iron). Now...

When I moved back to Chicago last year after being away for ten years, one of the first people I wanted to see was Bob. He was a friend to me when times were really hard for me. He made me laugh when I never thought I could again. He is a big, part of happy memories for the ten years we knew each other. I am so sorry we had to lose him like this. But, Bob loved God and I am sure he is now with God and that all of his sadness and pain are gone and he is living in peace and joy for eternity....

Dear God, Just a few words about my old pal, Bob. We were life long friends who met in the 40's. Through grade school, high school and adult life this friendship remained true. Bob,Bootsie,"Jig- Butt" , whatever he was called, I always called him friend. The last time I saw him was here at my home two years ago and we had a great time reminiscing. We were walking out of a restaurant when he said, "You know Dave, there was a time when I turned a few heads when I walked down the...

Family and Friends, Bob was one of the first persons I met at Logan Group 5. He was so young and I admired his words, his thinking and his demeanor. Handsome to boot. Throughout the years we shared our ups and downs and he continued to be a positive person. This time has been difficult for all who loved him and the joyous news that he is released and home with God enhances our belief that we will all meet again. Peace and love.<

My condolences to the Whaley family. Bob was a huge part of the lives of my father and my sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time.

Our hearts are very sad by Bob's death. Bob has been a very dear friend since 1975. We've traveled many paths together, both up and down. We've been blessed with his love and friendship. He will be missed but not forgotten by us both. We've shared so much in this life. Our prayers go out to the family members today and always.