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Robert Westrick Obituary

Robert C. Westrick, of LaGrange, beloved husband of Mary, nee Hoppenrath; loving father of Mary Lucille, Catherine (Richard) Riccetti, Jeanne (David) McDonald, Robert (Karen), William (Elizabeth), Richard (Jennifer), James (Linda) and Thomas (Claire); devoted grandfather of 17 and great-grandfather of one; dear brother of George, Alfred and Howard. Visitation 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Prayers 9:15 a.m. Monday from the funeral home to St. Francis Xavier Church in LaGrange for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or the National Multiple Sclerosis Society would be appreciated. Funeral info, 708-352-6500.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Sep. 23 to Sep. 24, 2006.

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Gail (Karstens) Buuck

October 18, 2006

I was surprised to hear of your loss since I always thought of Bob (and Mary)as peers for some reason, and therefore still so very young! I have many fond memories of babysitting for your family, especially when I stayed overnight that 1st time and Bobby came running into the bedroom, saw me, and immediately threw up. I didn't think I actually looked that bad! I understand now that Jeanne and my sister Ginny have touched base through mutual friends - and so the connection continues.

Tim & Kim McClure

September 27, 2006

I have many great memories of Bob, having coffee with "the geezers", and the best was when he drove me home after being blind! I did not know that he got his sight back. You will be missed. My prayers are with all of the family.

Aaron Johnson

September 26, 2006

I am sorry you are gone. I wish I would have taken the time to say good bye. You will be missed by many.

Jackie DeThorne

September 24, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this time. I am packing to go to Richmond for a friend's funeral, but will be with you in spirit. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help.

Gordy and Jodi Johnson, Mary and Bob Westrick in St. Thomas, 1994

Gordy Johnson

September 23, 2006

We had a wonderful time visiting with Uncle Bob and Aunt Mary in St. Thomas in 1994. We have such warm memories of that day and their visit to the islands. With much love, Gordy, Jodi and Ann

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