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Robert Splitt Obituary

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) Schellenberg, 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 www.concussionfoundation.org in memory of Robert Splitt/Kyle Krull.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Tribune on Nov. 16, 2021.

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Dan Gray

December 4, 2021

My 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.
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Anne M Sniegowski

November 24, 2021

I'm very sorry for your loss. My condolences

Pam Murray

November 22, 2021

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

Wesley Blaauw

November 19, 2021

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!

Jill Adduci

November 19, 2021

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.

James Alexander

November 19, 2021

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.

David Krull

November 18, 2021

Our condolences to the entire Splitt family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Stu and Jeri Christensen

November 16, 2021

We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Bob. We will keep Bob and your entire family in our prayers.

The Motto Family

November 15, 2021

Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Mr. Splitt was such a kind, generous and gentle man that adored his family. May you find comfort in all of your wonderful memories.

Melinda Falcone

November 15, 2021

God I loved that man. Such a handsome Sweetheart and a goofball tooalways joking❤
He Will Be Missed

Kenneth and Kathleen Bromberek

November 15, 2021

So sorry for your loss. He will always be remembered by Ken and me. God bless you and your family.

Greg and Michele Sniegoski

November 15, 2021

Our condolences to the Family of Robert Splitt. It's been many years, but remember him as a great guy, who was very giving, and friendly toward all. May he peacefully rest in Heaven!

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19

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. - Lemont

108 Illinois Street, Lemont, IL 60439

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20

Funeral

9:30 a.m.

Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. - Lemont

108 Illinois Street, Lemont, IL 60439

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20

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

SS. Cyril & Methodius Church

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108 Illinois Street, Lemont, IL 60439

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