ROBERT PRITZKER Obituary

Robert Pritzker of Huntley Robert Pritzker, 87, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 3, 2012. Bob was born Aug. 15, 1924, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Isadore and Dorothy (nee Wechsler) Pritzker. After the death of his father when Bob was 6 years old, his mother and three siblings left Chicago. Having spent several years in California, they landed in Peoria when Bob was 11 years old. Upon graduation from Peoria Central High School, Bob enlisted in the Naval Air Force. He graduated first in his class from Navigation School. He served our country In World War II, arriving at Pearl Harbor on VJ Day. After his discharge from service, Bob joined his mother and brother in the family business, Sell-Rite Sales. That business was the base for the successful chain of discount stores, known as Miracle Mart. Bob was not back in Peoria very long before he met Suzanne Eder, who became his wife in November 1946. They raised three children in Peoria: Bernard (Arlette) of Northbrook, Ill., Barbara Niehus of Skokie, Ill. and Nancy (Jim) Perkins of Sycamore, Ill. Through the years, Bob was extremely active in his local community. He served on many boards, including the YMCA and Big Brothers/Big Sisters. He also was active in the Jewish community. He was well-known and highly respected by all. In his retirement, Bob and Sue moved to Pine Mountain, Ga., where Bob immediately became involved again. This time he was a member of the Masons, as well as being on the board of the local American Cancer Society. After 13 years in Georgia, Bob and Sue moved to Huntley, Ill., to be close to their children and grandchildren. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Sue; three children; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery in Skokie. Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. on Friday, May 4, at the cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to a local food bank, American Cancer Society, Congregation Anshai Emeth (Peoria) or to the charity of your choice, in care of the Butala Funeral Home and Crematory, 1405 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore, IL 60178. For information or to sign the online guest book, go to www.ButalaFuneralHomes.com or call 815-895-2833.

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Published by Daily Herald on May 4, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for ROBERT PRITZKER

6 Entries

David B. Cox

May 7, 2012

Pritzker Family:
Just a note. I didn't remember the first name, but I knew the last. I am sorry to hear that Bob has gone to the next stage of life. I hope that all of the good memories will help you all through this hard time. I am writing as I was a Miracle Mart employee for a time in the 70's working at the South Adams, and the Prospect stores. Brings back some memories. Once at the South Adams store there was a call for a carry out. It was my turn, or at least I went. It turned out to be a fan, and it wasn't to the car, it was to her place in Harrison Homes. It was a laugh for us all, but I felt good I had given customer service. Take care.
David B. Cox

Gary Spector

May 7, 2012

Dear Sue, Berny, Barbara and Nancy,

The picture of Bob jolts me into the reality of my own age. Whenever I think of him, I remember the energetic fun loving joke telling cousin who would entertain the entire family with his brother. Growing up, getting together with the Pritzkers was always such a treat. Bob, Sue and the entire family had become one of the strong memories of my youth.
Bob was such a good man, such a positive person and such a loving individual. I pray his wonderful memory will serve to comfort you in this heavy loss.
My thoughts are with you,

Gary Spector

May 6, 2012

Dear Sue,
My sympathies for the passing of your husband.
Sue Toth

Jane Rudman Schumacher

May 4, 2012

Dearest Sue, Nancy, Bernard, and Barbara,

I am so very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. You all are such a part of our own family. It is so difficult to lose someone we love so deeply.

Bob and I have such special memories of the times that we spent with all of you. Your Bob always made us laugh and we will miss him terribly.

Please know that we will be saying Kaddish here on Maui and that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Jane and Bob Schumacher and family

Ron & Barb Razowsky

May 4, 2012

Sue, We have wonderful memories of the way you and Bob welcomed us when we moved to Peoria. Then we discovered you again when you moved to Huntley! Our thoughts and love are with you at this time. Ron and Barb Razowsky

Vicki Schoedel

May 4, 2012

Nancy, Mrs. Pritzker and family - my sincere sympathy to you all at the passing of Mr. Pritzker. He was a such a wonderful man, always smiling and friendly to everyone. I remember spending many great times at your house with your family. I pray that the memories you have will help you all through this difficult time. Vicki Kreighbaum Schoedel

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