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Robert Brunelli Obituary
Bob passed peacefully on February 7 at age 88. He figured that since the Packers weren't playing in the Super Bowl there was no need to stick around.
Bob was the world's best dad to Jill (Tim) Jeka and Jeff Brunelli. Dearest little brother of Elaine Teeter and Catherine Engibous. Cherished grandpa of Allie and Lauren Jeka. Preceded in death by his dear wife, Joyce. Greatly loved by his best friend and companion, Audrey Curry. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends.
There's not a person on the planet who had a better sense of humor than Bob. We spent our whole lives laughing. Thanks for the love and laughs, Dad. You will be missed every day.
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Suzana Norberg
February 26, 2021
I'm saddened to hear of the passing of the wonderful Mr. B. My first memory of him is taking Jill and me to Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois in 7th grade (1974). Jill was a new friend so I didn't know her well at the time, but I was thrilled to be in the company of such a fun family. My own father was a rageaholic who had abandoned the family at this point, so a good-natured man behind the wheel was a foreign concept for me.
Over the years, Mr. B would be the closest I ever got to having a father. Since Serbian Christmas was on a different day, I spent every Christmas with the Brunellis, where I was treated like family. I loved how Mr. B called Jill"Jilly Beans," then I received the honor of my young life when he bestowed the nickname"Suzi Belle" upon me.Such a smallthing meant so much to me, and I treasure that name to this day.
As a newly licensed driver, I once had to call Mr. B for help. After numerous badly-angledattempts at backing out of thegarage, I was dangerously close to scraping the car. Mr. B came, jacked up the rear end of the car and pushed it away from the side of the garage. He just laughed and said, "Oh Suzi Belle." Again, a seemingly small thing was huge in my world -- a calm father figure you could count on.
My fond memories also include Mrs. B, who was equally as good-natured and fun-loving. My condolences to the family for the loss of your beloved father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and best friend. And thank you forever for letting me be part of your family during such a critical time in my life.
Love, Sue (Ignjatovic) Norberg
Pat Zebrick
February 25, 2021
My deepest sympathy to Jill and all of Bob´s family.
My husband Jerry and Bob were work buddies for many
Years at WE Energies.
Sue Ohde
February 16, 2021
My deepest sympathies to Jill, Tim, Allie and Lauren. May the years of memories help sustain you through this time of great loss. And know you are blessed with a comical guardian angel!
Darryl S Habeck
February 14, 2021
Saddened to hear the news. Call when you have time, so we can catch up! 262-675-2929
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Patricia Navarrette
February 14, 2021
To Our Brunelli Family,
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Bob. We sure had so many wonderful times growing up in the U.P. Sending our condolences to Jill, Jeff and family.
Robert and Beverly (Calliari) Navarrette
West Allis, WI
Carol Eberly
February 14, 2021
Jill, you and your family will continue to be in my prayers. What a beautiful message about the kind of man your dad had been.
His Favorite Nephew.
February 12, 2021
Bob was an amazing Uncle. His Obituary was spot on, I´m still laughing. Bill.
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