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for Robert Thorgren
Hans Thorgren
March 27, 2022
We will never forget Robert. I found Robert, thanks to Internet, in 1997 when I was looking for relatives on Google. Without knowing anything about our relatives in Indiana at that time we babtized our son, born 1978, to Robert!. A coincidense? Robert Jr came over to us in Sweden in 1999. A wonderful meeting with a wonderful man. I and my family are happy to tell that we have good contacts with Robert's wonderful children. Our home is always open for them. Tyler has been here. He and his siblings are wellcome. Robert G. Junior had so many positive characteristics.
Hans and Christina Thorgren in Sweden with children and grandchildren
Linda cooper
March 27, 2020
Bobby was such a great man I used to clean there house when his children were small on my way to work for him I had a flat tire I called him to tell him I couldnt come He sent one his workers from the shop to get me and fixed my flat and bought the car to me I loved him and his family
Russell Polito
December 13, 2012
Bob's passing is a tragedy for myself as I am sure it is for all his family. It was a pleasure working for Bob during my tenyear at Thorgen Tool.
Russell Polito
Marlene Rodriguez
September 5, 2012
My condolences to the Thorgren family Im so sorry to hear so late about your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers to all of you guys. I am confident that my good friend Elinor was waiting for him at heavens gates.
April 30, 2012
Bob was a good friend in high school. I'm sorry to learn of his death.
Barbara Conkling Mann
Hans Thorgren with fam.
April 10, 2012
During my genealogical research in 1997 I found, to my surprise, two men in Indiana with the same name as we had given our son , Robert Thorgren. I sent an e-mail to Robert Thorgren Jr and a connection with the Thorgren family line in the USA were established. Our first personal meeting was in 1999 when Bob and Mona came to us for a short visit and I showed him the schoolbuildning where his grandfathers´s father Johan Albert studied around 1880 before his emigration to USA. In 2006 Bob and his family invited my family to attend the wedding between his son Charlie and his Erica. That enormous generosity gave us memories for our lives. Bob was generous and considerate. He was very proud of his family and kept us informed as soon a new grandchild was born.
In these sad days we sympathize with Mona, Bob´s children and grandchildren, and his sister Elin in their sorrow. Bob will always live in our hearts.
April 8, 2012
Bob was always so kind and generous to our
family. We will miss him very much.
God Bless the Thorgren family.
Tom and Arlene Cavanaugh and family
Emily
April 6, 2012
It's almost unbearable walking into the office, knowing I won't hear Bob saying, "Good morning Emily! Is your glass half full or half empty today?" I've worked with Bob for the past 7 years, and it just wasn't long enough...To the Thorgrens, you are all in my prayers.
Philip Holland
April 6, 2012
My condolences to the entire Thorgren family. I had the pleasure of knowing Bob from business and enjoyed my time with him. He was a remarkable person. He had a way of challenging you to excel, honestly, sometimes he was the challenging one, but he was always honest, forthright and direct. He had an excellent reputation and was a very good citizen of the industry. He was a rare individual and will be missed. I truly enjoyed my time with him.
Jay Shellabarger
April 5, 2012
Please let me express my sincere sympathy to the entire Thorgren family. Bob was my favorite customer and in a short amount of time he was my friend. The times I spent in Bob's office or on the phone with him negotiating his plastic prices and going to lunch were always a fond memory. It was crazy how great he made you feel. I enjoyed him calling me Monte Hall and the emails that he sent me of Monte Hall. God bless you Bob and all of your family and employees. I just found out today of Bob's passing and I was devastated over the loss. I will really miss Bob.
Best regards,
Jay Shellabarger,
Daleville, Indiana
Kendra Thorgren Casselman
April 5, 2012
Elin, Andy, and the rest of the family....
Cousin "Bobo"'s life was too short--the same as many of the rest of the family for some reason God called them home too early. Elin, I know how tough it is to be the only one left...I will always remember the fun times in Grandma & Grandpa's basement--we were blessed with the best Grandparents. Thoughts & prayers are with you all--God bless
Sherri Williams
April 4, 2012
So sorry for your loss. Bob will be deeply missed my many.
Kevin and LaTosha Knight
April 3, 2012
Your family is in our prayers.
Dave Truitt
April 3, 2012
I join with the other brothers of Alpha Iota in expressing sincere sympathy to Bob's family. The times he spent in Bloomington were certainly fun for all of us at Theta Chi. His smile is easily remembered from that time. Always there with the helping hand. His family has every reason to be proud of our brother and his life story. A review of all of the comments made of him tells us all to live each day as he did - to the fullest. God bless you Bob and all of your family.
Malissa Doelling-Happer
April 3, 2012
Thoughts, prayers, and deepest condolences to the entire Thorgren family. Bob will be missed by the entire community......
Rob (Wally) Romine and Family
April 3, 2012
The sad news I received Saturday night has led me to reflect on all of the years I have known Bob.
Brother, I am so blessed to have known, lived with and broken bread with you. I am richer for the experience.
My sincere condolences to the family as you cope with the loss of Bob.
Rest in Peace Brother,
Wally
Alpha Iota chapter of Theta Chi '76
Kelly Ricciardi
April 3, 2012
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with Tyler and the rest of the family!
God Bless! Love Joey, Kelly, Giuseppe & Gigi Ricciardi-Valpo
April 3, 2012
you will be mised
Jim Rodman Jr.
April 3, 2012
I wish to offer my sincere condolences. As a young man working at Thorgren Tool I learned many things. I'm truly sorry for the family's loss.
Glenn Dowd
April 3, 2012
Sincere condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time of sorrow.
God Bless.
Bill Mullenholz
April 3, 2012
To the Thorgren Family: "Thorgy" was a gift to us all. What a guy! We had some great times and adventures at IU. His love and generosity can never be surpassed. Bob, wait by the gates for us. We will join you soon. My prayers and condolences to you all. -Mully, A.I., '73
Michael Smith
April 3, 2012
Bob, it was my pleasure to be your fraternity brother. You and Gary Walker were two of the key brothers that made me want to join Theta Chi, now you are both gone,,, Damn,, two very good men. Capt. Happy
Chris and Debbie Hagenbush
April 3, 2012
We are very saddened to hear of Bob's passing. Bob was a brother to me by choice rather than blood back in our prime at IU. For reasons that don't bear discussion, Bob called me "Arnie" and I called him "Charles" back in the day. He will be remembered for his sharp wit, inherent integrity and zest for life but above all for his generosity of spirit. He made any space he occupied lighter and more fun. Although we haven't seen each other much since leaving IU, I was blessed to play in his foursome last July at the Annual Theta Chi outing. We were both slower and bigger but Bob had never lost his love of life, humor and spirit of generosity. The old saying says "It's not the years of your life but the life in your years that counts." By this measure, Bob's life, although far too short was very full. Bob's passing will leave a hole in his family, his community and our hearts that can never be filled but his presence in the next life will certainly make Heaven a more fun place to be. Rest well my Brother!!
Chris and Debbie Hagenbush
CARRIE SHRIVER
April 3, 2012
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY,BOB WAS A GREAT BOSS WILL BE MISSED FROM RED
CARRIE SHRIVER
April 3, 2012
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY,BOB WAS A GREAT BOSS WILL BE MISSED FROM RED
Tom Hampson
April 3, 2012
My condolences to the family.
Rob Rogers
April 3, 2012
Charlie, I'm sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is very difficult and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "Rob Rogers and Sue Hanselman"
April 3, 2012
Rob and family. My deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Maria Harrell
Debbie Dancy Cubberley
April 3, 2012
Courtney and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Derek Braggs
April 3, 2012
Rob, Tyler, Courtney, and Charlie: You're dad was a good man – a prominent figure in the community for whom I have a great deal of respect. He may be gone, but the stories will probably outlive us all… and I've heard some good ones! Our town is a better place because of him, and he will be missed.
Regina Norrris
April 3, 2012
Rob and family, So sorry to hear of your loss. Your dad was a great man, and I throughly enjoyed working with all of you. Regina Norris
Barb BOULE'
April 3, 2012
So sorry to hear of Bobby passing. I am sending prayers to the whole family, He and his family have been an inspiration to so many people in our family. He will be sadly missed. May you R.I.P BOBBY!!!!!!!!!! The Boule' Family
Jin Jim
April 3, 2012
Rob and family
It's really sorry to hear about this bad news…In our mind, Bob is just like an amiable father. As I remembered he treated us as his children during a memorable trip. He also gave us great support on work. Even there was little profit in recent years from JTL he still supported us as usual…We will keep working hard in return for his trust and support to us.
We lost an excellent and foreseeing friend and relative. Please accept our sincere prayers from my whole family.Hoping he will live a happy life in the heaven.
Jim&Terry
Thorgren China JTL Co.,Ltd.
Bob and Helga Morton
April 2, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Denny Southers
April 2, 2012
To Rob, Tyler, Charley, and all the rest of Bobby's Family and Friends;
I am both saddened and happy. Sad because I won't see Bobby again until I reach Heaven and happy because he is in a place we all hope to be someday. As I type this I can't help but smile in thinking back to your Dad and the things we did to make each other laugh. I had known BoBo since he ran around in diapers on Qak St. He and I have been friends for around 56 years. Played many a game at Banta School and Kirchoff Park. To say Bobby was a character or one of a kind was to say the least. He was a friend to everyone he ever met.
I'm sorry I won't be able to attend the funeral but will be thinking of you all and be there in spirit.
RIP BoBo
See ya again someday
Love You Man,
Denny Southers
April 2, 2012
Rob and family, sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Horsleys
April 2, 2012
To the Thorgren family.My deepest sympathy.I worked at Thorgren's almost 10 years.I have great memories from their.May God be with you in this very hard time.lean on the lord he will see you through.God be with you all.Your in my prayers. Joan (Brown) Salim
April 2, 2012
I along with many brothers of Theta Chi will miss Bob's smile, laugh, & quick wit. When Bob was around - everybody had a good time. Condolences to his family and many friends. Mark Recht
Deavron Farmer
April 2, 2012
Thorgren family,
I cant express in words how sorry I am for your loss. You know what friends Bob and I were and my heart is just broken at his passing. Both Jeanene and my prayers are with you as well as those of your Matrixx Group family in Evansville. God bless.
Jerry Scott
April 2, 2012
A kind and generous person. Rest in peace, Bob.
Linda Cooper
April 2, 2012
So sorry to hear about Bobby.I have known him since before Charlie was born.He was such a generous,and all around super guy It has been a pleasure to have known him. May he rest in peace
Ray Hewlett
April 2, 2012
Knowing Bobby for many years as well as the family's giving to the community all my life, causes me to remember all that has been done~not forgotten.
Ray and Jen Hewlett
April 2, 2012
Our deepest condolences to Bob's family. Having known the Thorgren family for many years, we have found Bob to one of the most generous people we have had the honor of meeting. He was a great help to our family many years ago during the long illness and death of our son, Brian. We are deeply saddened to hear of his passing. He will be missed by many.
Ron & Ella Edwards
April 2, 2012
Mona and family: Our thoughts and prayers will be of you today. I have lost a good buddy and will miss Bob's great sprit. Please be strong.
Lynn and Karen Colby
Ana Bekelya
April 2, 2012
Charlie and Erica,
Our deepest sympathy to your family at such a difficult time. May your Dad rest in peace.
Steve Butterfield
April 2, 2012
Very saddened with Bobby's passing. Wonderful childhood, VHS and IU memories .... A great human being. RIP Thorgy
Clarke and Beth Horsley
April 2, 2012
our condolences to the Thorgren family
April 2, 2012
Prayers for the Thorgren family. I always enjoyed seeing you at Eagle Foods during the time I worked there.
Linda Ruch
Emily Bornstein
April 2, 2012
Rest In Peace Great Viking...Bob will be sorely missed.He was the salt of the Earth...
Erica's Grandparents
April 2, 2012
Charlie, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We were very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad.
Our Love,
Vicki Davis
April 2, 2012
My thoughts and prayers to all of you. I just want to say I'm sorry for your loss. Bob was a wonderful giving man and will be greatly missed.
Chambers Family
April 2, 2012
We are so saddened by the news, you guys have been like family for the last 15 years. Thoughts and prayers to the family, and please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Emily Bornstein
April 2, 2012
Rest In Peace Great Viking...You'll be sorely missed...
Craig Hanson
April 2, 2012
Bob gave new meaning to "living life to its fullest"! My sincere condolences to his family, your loss will truly be shared by the many whose lives he touched, and especially all who knew Bob and were privileged to share experiences with him.
Craig Nightingale
April 2, 2012
Our condolences to the Thorgren family...Bob was certainly one of a kind and will be missed by all who ever had the pleasure of knowing him.
Rob Fitting
April 1, 2012
Robert Glenn....gosh darn it.... you were one of my favorites at Theta Chi......such a giving person, funny, entertaining and you always brought such life to any gathering. Whether you were at a Theta Chi function or not.....you were always discussed with a smile on everyone's face who spoke about you. It saddens me of your passing, as I know it does everyone who knew you. You were unique.... a character to say the least, but your generosity & support of Theta Chi Fraternity is what I will always remember about you. You were one good Guy. My sincere condonlences to your family.
Theta Chi - Class of 1971
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