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ROBERT ISSEL Obituary

ELK GROVE VILLAGE - Robert J. Issel, Sr., 78, CPD retired, passed away on August 2, 2017. He was the beloved husband for 55 years of Marianne (nee Zartler); loving father of Jennifer Warkenthien (Richard Duresa), Lisa (Thomas) Sarnowski and Robert J. Issel, Jr.; dear grandfather of Amanda, Dustin and Jacob Warkenthien and Andrew, Matthew and Sarah Sarnowski; son of the late Valentine and Anna Issel; he was preceded in death by his brothers Walter (the late Shirley) and William (the late Dolores) and sister Caroline; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation for Robert J. Issel, Sr. will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Friday, August 25, at Grove Memorial Chapel, 1199 S. Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village. Funeral Services will be held at 9 a.m., Saturday, August 26, beginning at Grove Memorial Chapel with a procession to Queen of the Rosary Church, 750 Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village for 10 a.m. Mass. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the German American Police Association (GAPA), 4740 N. Western Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625 or VFW Post 9284, 400 E. Devon, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007. Information, 847-640-0566 or grovememorialchapel.com.

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Published by Daily Herald on Aug. 23, 2017.

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Phil Haskett retired CPD 001 District

August 17, 2025

Although many years have passed, you are still missed by your loved ones and friends! I would only assume that Zone 4 isn't what it used to be without dispatchers like you and all the rest of the great guys who got us home at night! and I'm sure you're still looking down, doing what you always did. "Serving and protecting!" Blessing to all on this Sunday morning!

Joanne

August 17, 2023

Will never forget you Uncle. All the holidays with you and you leaving to go to work as a Chicago Police Officer. Proud niece. GOD BLESS

Joanne Issel

February 12, 2021

I am so sorry that I just saw this online. I hope and pray you are watching over all of us. May GOD BLESS you. Thanking you for your Chicago Police department service.

Ken Koziol

August 26, 2017

One of the best. Loved working with you for many many years. Especially on zone 3 along with Tommy Wiggins. Your humor cracked me up. Mister steady Eddie. A great guy and a top notch dispatcher, loved by all. Rest easy my good friend.

Betty Murray

August 25, 2017

Pat and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family, Marianne. Cannot come to ceremony tomorrow due to procedure at surgeon's office today, but will be there in spirit

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

August 23, 2017

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Bob will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 27 AUG, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

Phil Haskett C.P.D.

August 23, 2017

My condolences to the family of Robert Issel Sr. He will always be remembered! Rest in peace!

John Issel

August 23, 2017

Rest in Peace Uncle Bob. In Heaven you can now shoot a 62, drive your 1965 GTO, drink the finest Beers, and actually drive a Train. We all know that you will eternally watch over your Family and Friends especially Marianne.

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