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1956

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2016

Robert Toyra Obituary

Name: Memorial service for Robert Toyra
Start: 2016-08-28T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-08-28T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Calo Ristorante

Robert Allen Toyra, 59, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 20, 2016. Robb was born in Waukegan, on November 19, 1956 to late Melvin and the late Charlotte, and moved to Chicago in 1981. He is survived by his brothers, David (Patricia), of Gurnee and Peter, of Waukegan along with his nephews Sean, Thomas and Colin. He was a longtime employee of AT&T and was passionate about photography, enjoyed traveling, cooking, and the arts. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held on Sunday, August 28th, from 3-6pm at Calo Ristorante, 5343 N. Clark Street; Chicago, IL. For info 800-622-8358.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Aug. 24 to Aug. 26, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Toyra

15 Entries

Joellyn Wheatley

September 8, 2016

I worked with Robb at AT&T. I didn't know Robb very long but he was a great guy with a great sense of humor. My heart goes out to his family.

Gisele Dubson

September 2, 2016

I first knew Robb in high school. We stayed in touch off and on through the years. He will be greatly missed.

Chuck Rusk

August 31, 2016

I've known Robb since the late 70's when he was still living in Waukegan with his grandpa.
We used to just get together and say crazy
stuff for fun.
He used to come up with some really zany characters and travel to Mardi Gras and Southern Decadence in New Orleans. I never had the guts to cut loose like he and John did. Robb I'm really going to miss your zany sense of humor. Goodbye old friend.
"Charlie"

Gayle Teller

August 26, 2016

My most profound condolences to Robb's family and legion of friends. His sudden passing was a shock to all who knew him. He was my friend before he was my manager and I appreciated his humor, friendship and love of life. You will be missed, my friend. Rest In Peace, Robb.

Jill Greenberg

August 25, 2016

I was saddened to learn of Robb's passing. We worked together at ATT, he was our manager for some of that time, and a friend as well. Although we hadn't been in touch recently, my backyard will forever remind me of him, as he spent hours getting it together, planting, putting up bamboo, etc. I will also remember his great love of animals, his artistic creativity, and his kindness and generosity. RIP, Robb

Ruth Griffin

August 25, 2016

I was so sorry to come across Robb's obituary in today's paper. I worked with him in frames and then for him when he became a manager. No matter how bad the day was, he could always find something to laugh about. My condolences to his family.

Jan Shepherd

August 24, 2016

My condolences to Rob's family. I am deeply saddened by this news..Rob was a friend for 30 years and my landlord for several..he introduced me to the bird world and he loved his passionately..he was kind and funny and crazy and loved life..I will treasure the memories. Rest in peace my friend.

Toni McGhee

August 24, 2016

Rest In Peace Robb.

VERNA PERRY

August 24, 2016

I AM A FELLOW AT&T EMPLOYEE I TALKED TO ROBB ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS HE WAS ALWAYS SO HELPFUL AND FRIENDLY.. HE WILL BE SEVERLY MISSED BY ME IN THE NDCI.. RIP ROBB..

Sonja Shaw-Hollins

August 24, 2016

I am saddened to hear about Robb passing away. We only worked together for a short period of time at AT&T but I will always remember his willingness to help out whenever he could. He will be deeply missed. RIP my friend.

Sue Ann Wells

August 24, 2016

Memories of Robb will always be in my heart-from our trips to New Orleans to our many shopping excursions.God bless my friend-I will miss you so much

Sue Ann Wells

August 24, 2016

Robb and I were the best of friends for so many years-so many trips to New Orleans,he was artistic,thoughtful,and a wonderful friend and partner in crime! Robb give my love to Joey in heaven.I will miss you so much-God bless.

Jon Legris

August 24, 2016

It was with great sadness that I learned that Robb had left us. We lived together and loved each other for 7 years, along with Timmy, Bubbles, Pete, Bilbo, Evita, and another bird whose name escapes me; Bifur, and Binkie, two of the greatest cats you could have (Bilbo the bird chased Bifur the cat around the dining room once...) and an aquarium. Thank heaven for the vacuum cleaner that I still own. It was never a dull place! I have to admit my world was relatively quiet until Robb came along and suddenly life was a full-blown riot! What a fun guy he was. And since Winter in Chicago got a bit dull, we went to Mardi Gras in New Orleans each year (catching beads while standing next to him was a challenge!). I haven't seen him for 23 years, but what wonderful memories I have of him. We would talk once or twice a year since then. It's so hard to believe that he's gone. The party has lost a bit of it's sparkle; Robb added so much to it.

My condolences to Robb's wonderful family. I have great memories of you guys and your parents too. May your memories give you comfort.

Fondly,
Jon Legris

Joanne Daluga

August 24, 2016

Sorry to hear of Robb's passing. Worked with Robb in the office where he was a Service Rep. Then we worked as frame attendants. Enjoyed working along side of him.

Jim Yeaman

August 24, 2016

Thanks for the wonderful time we spent together and for the memories of Timmy, Bubbles, Berlin, Binkie, Tweezer, Phillip and Terrence.

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