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Robert Isbell Obituary
Robert E. Isbell, age 83, of St. Charles, IL and formerly of Plainfield and Frankfort, IL, passed away peacefully Thursday, March 14, 2019 at the Greenfields of Geneva. He was born in Galena, IL, the son of the late William and Freida (nee Salvisberg) Isbell. Robert was a graduate of Rockford East High School, Northern Illinois University and proudly served his country in the United States Army. He married Donna (nee Radakovich) at St. George Serbian Church on June 25, 1960. Robert enjoyed a rewarding career, as an accountant, before retirement with Allis-Chalmers. He enjoyed golf and tennis and was a member of St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church.
Beloved husband of 58 years to Donna (nee Radakovich) Isbell of St. Charles, IL; loving father of two sons, Douglas (Paula) Isbell and their children, Ezekiel and Vega Rose Isbell and Gregory Isbell and his children, Claudia and Giselle Jelena Isbell. Robert is also survived by his sister-in-law, Jean Isbell; one niece and several nephews. He will also be missed by his devoted sister-in-law, Natalie Radakovich.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, William and Richard Isbell.
Funeral services for Robert E. Isbell will be held Monday, March 18, 2019, at St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, 3457 Black Rd. in Joliet, where he will lie in state from 9:30 a.m. until services begin at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name can be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or the St. Charles Library 1 S. 6th Avenue, St. Charles, IL 60174.
For more information, please call (815) 741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com
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March 27, 2019
Dear Donna,
Sorry for your loss. Much love to you and the family.
Carolyn and Tony Kambich
Maureen Holt Savage
March 17, 2019
On behalf of the PiKaps - please know how sorry we were to learns of your loss and we send prayers for strength and love in the days to come. We would love to see you at one of our "2nd Wednesday luncheons".
March 16, 2019
I am sorry for your loss. Please take comfort in Psalms 29:11, knowing that in difficult times like this, God gives peace and strength. DM
FG Rich
March 15, 2019
Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Matthew 5:4
AC
March 15, 2019
My deepest condolences for your family's loss. May the God of all comfort bring you peace and hope during these difficult times. (Jeremiah 29:11)
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