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Ronnie Sobbe Obituary

Ronnie O. Sobbe, age 68, of Countryside. US Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Gerrie for a wonderful 33 years. Loving father of Robert (Katherine) Hastings, Tamara (Jarek) Oliszewicz, and the late Tricia Hastings. Devoted grandfather of Madison Hastings, Elena and Emilia Oliszewicz. Dear son of the late William and Shirley Sobbe. Cherished brother of Sharon Gettings and Phyllis Taddie. A Celebration of Life will be held at Janosik Banquets, Hickory Hills, IL. In his honor, wear your favorite flannel shirt. Please contact the family at [email protected] for further details and to RSVP. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Society.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Oct. 21, 2018.

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Jerry Woroszylo

October 30, 2018

God bless

Billiard Gals Fairway Oaks

October 24, 2018

Such fun when Ron would visit, we will miss your zany humor.
God Bless
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Joel Calderone

October 22, 2018

I'm going to miss running into Ron at Costco. He made lunchtime fun. We had two fun UPS 25 Year dinners too!

Lance Brown

October 21, 2018

My condolences Gerrie, may Ron Rest In Peace.
I will Miss him so, he was so much fun to be with.
God Bless you Ron, and your entire family.
Love you long time my friend.

Sister Sharon

October 21, 2018

Great guy, we are all so lucky to have known him and have enjoyed his shenanigans. Best brother, caring man, dad, papa and a true friend to many. Love ya guy.. Photo of Ron and Mom at Burney Falls, CA

Nadine Heller

October 21, 2018

Great Man . My condolences Gerrie.

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