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Robert Joseph Korabik
1964 - 2014
Robert Joseph Korabik
1964 - 2014
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Robert Korabik Obituary
Bob graduated from DeVry University and was currently an IBM Global Delivery Project Executive here at the Research Triangle Park.
He enjoyed spending time with his family, home improvement projects, fishing with his sons and supporting their various sports activities. He also enjoyed volunteering his time to help others.
He is lovingly remembered by his father; his wife, Cindy Korabik; three sons: Bradley, Bryce and Chase Korabik; sisters: Sharon and Joe Jones and Barbara and Orest Burdiak; brother-in-law: Fred and Julie Mattioli; and other family and friends.
Family will receive friends on Friday evening, November 28, 2014 from 6-8 pm at Apex Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, November 29th at 11 am in the funeral home chapel.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ronald McDonald House Charities Inc. - 26345 Network Place - Chicago, IL 60673-1263 - www.rmhc.org or to Habitat for Humanity - www.habitat.org
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Cathy Williams
December 29, 2014
Dear Cindy,
You are in my thoughts daily. Our deepest condolences.
Melissa Melancon
December 4, 2014
Dear Korabik Family, my prayers are with you for your loss. Bob was a wonderful co-worker, and while I only knew him for a short time, he always made time for his team. He was guiding force for us and worked so hard to ensure everyone had what they needed to be successful. He is greatly missed. May God bless you during this difficult time.
Mark and Julie Voss
December 2, 2014
Dear Cindy, Bradley, Bryce and Chase,
We are so sorry for the loss of your husband/dad. Bob was a nice man and will be truly missed. His legacy will live on in your love. God will give you the strength and support to get through this tough time.
May God bless you all during this sorrowful time.
Love, Mark, Julie, Justin, Michael and Ryan Voss
Marie Lux
December 2, 2014
Dear Cindy, Bradley, Bryce and Chase,
The Lux family is keeping you in our prayers. We send heartfelt condolences for Bob's unexpected passing.
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December 2, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Perks and Gaw
Pritesh Patel
December 1, 2014
Dear Korabik Family,
Bob was a valued friend and colleague at IBM. From daily conference calls to monthly lunches in the Triangle, we shared many laughs, challenges, and experiences together. He was a dedicated leader that committed to honesty and integrity in all of his efforts. In that regard, he would always say that he loved "stirring the pot." Bob was not only a friend, but a mentor to me in many ways. He shared with me his wisdom and knowledge of both work and life, which I will carry-on in my time ahead.
Those of us that worked with him were truly lucky to have him on our teams. Thank you for sharing Bob with us throughout the years. He will be missed.
Erik Vaag
December 1, 2014
To the Korabik family: Bob was willing to help his IBM co-workers answer questions, complete documents, resolve issues, etc, whenever asked. I'm sure he was the same with requests for his time and talents from friends and family. He'll be missed. My condolences for your loss.
This is from Cindy's FB page. I love this photo because it says so much about the close bond they all have as a family.
December 1, 2014
Leslie Huffman
December 1, 2014
Dear Cindy, Bradley, Bryce and Chase,
Our hearts break for you all. We always loved seeing you walk by our home with Murphy as a family. It says so much about who you are as a family to see you all walk the dog together. Words cannot express how so sorry we are for Bob's passing. Please know that you have our support and prayers. We will make ourselves available for anything you and the boys need. Sending you strength.
All our love,
Leslie, Brett, Sam, and Rachel Huffman
Colette Varco
December 1, 2014
Dear Cindy,
We are deaply saddened and so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons at this time. May the lord give you strength and comfort. Sincerely, Colette and Tom Varco
December 1, 2014
Your Prestonwood friends pray for comfort and peace during this time.
- Mike Barker
Antoinette Glowacki
November 30, 2014
Dear Korabik Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Growing up my Dad coached Bob in basketball in Norridge. My Dad had no sons but loved spending time with Bob. I tagged along to the gym and would watch. I always heard from Della the great stories about Bob and his family. The entire Korabik family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Antoinette Glowacki and Rita Pijawka
Bill and Sharon Craigle
November 30, 2014
Dear Cindy, Bradley, Bryce and Chase,
We were so sorry to hear about Bob. He was such a wonderful man. We enjoyed getting to know all of you and have such wonderful memories of our time spent with you in Cary.
Please know that you are all in our prayers.
Much love to all of you.
Bob & Brenda Singer
November 30, 2014
Dear Cindy, Bradley, Bryce and Chase,
May the love and support of your family and friends carry you through your grief. Bob was a wonderful man and he has left a great legacy in you his family. Our prayers are with you.
catherine scali
November 30, 2014
So sad that Bob is gone. From 2010-2013, we worked together. Bob always was forthright, someone you could trust and depend on. He also made sure that there was something to laugh about. Above all, he never hesitated to sing praises about his family. He's in God's hands now. My sincere condolences.
November 30, 2014
I am very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your young men. Be strong....Chris Kasiurak-Furbur
Rick Renner
November 30, 2014
Sharon and Joe, so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
November 30, 2014
Cindy My deepest sympathies to you and your boys, our prayers are with you all.
Christine McPartland
Julie Cerotzke-Gentzen
November 29, 2014
I am so saddened to learn of your loss. My deepest sympathies to you, the boys, and your entire family.
Art & Bette Wilmot
November 29, 2014
Dear Cindy, boys and Korabik family, our most deepest sympathy is extended to all. We are in complete shock about Bobby. Sometimes God has plans that we just can't find answers as to why. You are all in our prayers and hope you find strength and comfort in those surrounding you at this time. May Bobby rest ever so peacefully in the arms of Jesus, may he comfort those that mourn,and may all your memories sustain you through your grief. I wish words could express how sorry we are. And never forget, only his physical presence is no longer here...he will walk with you all always.
The Wilmot Family
Alan Phillips
November 29, 2014
Cindy, my deepest sympathies for you and your boys.
Meg O'Brien
November 29, 2014
Lifting you all up in prayer and sending my sincere sympathy. God bless you, through this difficult time and always.
Anne Kuta
November 29, 2014
Cindy I'm so very sorry for your loss
Rick Adamson
November 29, 2014
Our deepest sympathies and prayers for comfort to your family during this difficult time.
Karen Korabik
November 29, 2014
Dear Cindy, Bradley, Bryce and Chase; Uncle Bob, Barbara, Orest, Sharon and Joe,
We are so very sorry for your loss and send our deepest condolences. We can not imagine the grief you must be feeling and wish we could be there with you to support you in your time of need.
Love, Karen and Michelle
Shannon Dougherty
November 29, 2014
Our sympathies and prayers for you and your boys,
The Doughertys
November 29, 2014
Dear Cindy, Bradley, Brice and Chase;
Our deepest condolences. We are in complete shock and can not imagine your loss. We always loved seeing you and Bobby when you came to visit. We will always have fond memories. We know that our words cannot ease your pain, but please know that we are thinking and praying for you.
Love Ron & Maureen Korabik
Parker Perkins
November 29, 2014
The Perkins family was devasted when we heard this news. We are praying for your family at this sad time. Please let us know if we can do anything.
Linda Hunt
November 29, 2014
My heartfelt condolences to you and your boys. So sorry to hear of your loss! Knowing that God has a plan doesn't make it easier, but hold on to the memories.
Rich Krzemien
November 29, 2014
Deepest sympathy and prayers.
Colette Moran
November 29, 2014
My dearest Cindy -- with the heaviest of hearts I send out all my love and support to you and the boys. Please remember there are so many of us who are here for you -- if there's anything I can do, even if it's just an ear to listen, I am here. And so is He -- may He comfort you and give you strength.
Janice Baran-Rajca
November 29, 2014
Cindy, my deepest condolences to you and your family. My heart breaks for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Lots of hugs to you. I am sooo sorry, I can't believe it.
Liz Dorgan
November 29, 2014
Cindy, my heart breaks for you and your sons. I wish I could be there to give you a big hug. May God's love embrace you during these difficult times. Know that you and the boys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rich Kato
November 29, 2014
Cindy, our deepest condolences to you and your boys. You and your family are in our prayers.
Val Volpe
November 28, 2014
Still can't wrap my head around this. I'm Shocked! You've always been in my mind even though miles apart but in my heart you'll always remain. I will never forget the super long talks during work and after work. I'm honored to have been your friend. Many prayers and love to Cindy,the boys and the entire Korabik family. I will miss you Bobby.
Ilene Yocum
November 28, 2014
I am still in shock and so saddened to hear that we have lost Bob. Bob's firm but calming voice and his drive to get the job done will be missed. Thank you for sharing the wonderful pictures of Bob and family. When meetings digressed to our personal lives, it was evident that Bob adored his family and was so proud of his sons.
My deepest condolences. May your memories of Bob make you smile and give you comfort and strength.
The Villani Family
November 28, 2014
Cindy,
You and your boys are in our thoughts and prayers. We were so saddened to hear about Bob. David, Jill, Troy and Melanie
Scott Parry
November 28, 2014
It was so hard to believe the news of Bob's passing. He was the person doing all the right things and taking good care of himself and others. He was quite the handy man, always generous with his time and willing to help others. He helped me split 2X4s on his table saw for some corn hole boards I was making and helped me figure out what was wrong with a flood light that was not working in our house. He would drop everything to help out right away. My deepest sympathies to his family. Let us know if there is anything we can do to assist in the hard times ahead.
Tony Pluchino
November 28, 2014
We are all stunned and saddened by Bob's unexplained loss. The world has lost a man filled with kindness, a good hearted man that loved his family, his work and his community. Bob was a giant of a man who touched everyone that met him. We are all blessed to have known him. In reading all the messages here we can see how much he was loved by everyone. Bob lives on through his three sons. I know Bradley, Bryce and Chase are mirror images of their Dad. They have all the goodness in their hearts that Bob had. He was a wonderful father who will be watching over you from a place close to God.
Mark McNair
November 28, 2014
Bob was kind, thoughtful, and a calming influence in the most tense of times. He was a person who made a positive difference in all that he touched. I miss him. And I will think of him often and with a smile for the remaining time I am blessed to have here on terra firma. Prayers to his family and dear friends!
Sue Sloan
November 28, 2014
I am so sadden by this. Bob was such a good guy. When I started at IBM he was the person who trained me and made be feel so welcome. My heart goes out to his family as I know he will be missed.
Michelle Freeman
November 28, 2014
Bob and I began working together when he moved into his compliance roll. He was very kind and quite the professional.
I am truly sorry for your loss. May God wrap his love around you giving you comfort and strength. May you feel the warmth of your Angel shining upon you. He is within your hearts forever.
Patrick Wilmot
November 28, 2014
I was shocked to hear of the loss of such a wonderful individual. Bob or Bobby as I called him in our years together in grammar school and then high school. We went to different colleges but maintained our friendship. We went on double dates, stood up at each other's wedding, helped with house projects, celebrated many family events together over the years and created wonderful memories.
What a GREAT friend!!! You will be missed but never forgotten.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Cindy and the boys as well as his father and sisters.
Tom Wilson
November 27, 2014
My deepest sympathies to all of his loved ones. Bob and I worked together for many years. He led by example by treating all the way he wished to be treated, was as gentle and kind a soul as they come, and was as humble as he was talented. He had impeccable integrity, set the bar high for all of his team to follow, and instilled in all of his team members the belief that they could reach that bar, if not higher. He led by example, he motivated his peers to refuse to accept less than stellar performance, and he did all of this with a smile and a friendly word to lift your spirits when he knew you needed it the most. A genuine leader, and a humble friend. Lucky to have crossed his path. God speed.
Judy Hegler
November 27, 2014
Thoughts and prayer are with you during this very sad time. Such an unexpected tragedy. My The Lord give you all strength to carry on the best you are able.
Jim Roach
November 27, 2014
How sad it was to hear of Bob passing. Bob and I worked together at Schaumburg and we also lived in the Dundee area not far from you. He was a great guy. My deepest sympathies at this difficult time for you and sons.
Guy Scott
November 27, 2014
I am stunned and saddened by the loss of Bob. I had the privilege of working with Bob both in Chicago and RTP. He was the commensurate professional, always there to help. Bob also was a great colleague always there with a great story and a great sense of humor. He was a good man and I will miss him terribly.
toni caputo
November 27, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Stay strong.
With deepest regrets, Vito, Lina and Toni Caputo
Trudy Rudder
November 27, 2014
I am speechless and beyond overcome with grief. Even though I have only known you for 2yrs or so, your kindness in spirit shone through. I looked forward to learning from you in our Compliance job role, and cherished our friendly chats about our families and general day to day coping. I will always cherish your sage words you shared with me during our last team lunch with Pritesh. Looking back now it all seems kinda prophetic. I know God in his perfect plan needed you to fix some issues in heaven. I pray that you are happy. We will miss you.
Your work mate:
Trudy R
Della Ann Marie. Linda Maffiola
November 27, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Love, Aunt Della and cousins Linda n Ann Marie
John Jordan
November 27, 2014
Stunned to hear this...Bob was always there for Brice at baseball functions. He was a tireless batting practice pitcher which is no small feat!
Bob always had a smile on his face and I considered him a friend as a fellow coach for a number of seasons.
Condolences to the family.
November 27, 2014
I'm struggling for words right now. Bob and I grew up across the street from each other and we were friends before I learned how to walk. We spent countless hours playing pickup games of baseball, football and kick the can. We often ventured out on the bus to Cub games, getting there early and sitting in the bleachers with our mitts hoping to catch a batting practice home run. We also used the bus to go to movies, malls, etc., always counting on Bob to be our expert guide. We constantly wore out our bicycle tires with all the riding we did combing the neighborhood, especially the manufacturing companies by the Norridge Theater, in search of cool things! In the winter we went sledding at Man Made Hill - walking the mile and half to the hill was no big deal.
It was apparent at an early age that Bob had an acumen for working with his hands. We built push carts out of scraps of wood and hardware and hauled them to Man Made Hill in hopes of pushing the limits! Bob was a doer, often seen with a tool in hand tackling another project. Always available to offer a helping hand.
I will remember Bob as being a responsible, energetic and thoughtful friend. The world needs more people like Bob and he will be dearly missed. My sincere condolences to Cindy, Bradley, Bryce, Chase, Uncle Bob, Sharon, Barbara, family members and friends who had the honor of knowing Bob.
Joe Frendreiss (Chicago)
Trae Eller
November 27, 2014
Words cannot begin to express how sorry we are to hear of this tragic event. I knew Bob through our sons playing baseball together and truly enjoyed coaching with him and just shooting the breeze. Our thoughts and prayers are with Cindy, Bryce, and his brothers during this unexpected time. Bob's easy demeanor and quick wit was always a blessing to me and my family.
Aparna Sproelich
November 26, 2014
I am truly shocked about this news. I would see him running in the morning occasionally when I was out on my run. This news deeply saddens me. I worked with Bob on the HOA and he was always willing to help out. He was a good man. My deepest condolences go out to Cindy and his family. Pern and Mike
November 26, 2014
I am stunned. Totally shocking.
Bob and I worked together in a project for a couple of years, he was such a nice person. Always trying to do the right thing. We had many many conversations where he always stood out with his personality. I had total confidence in him personally and professionally and always admired his willingness to help out his team.
I feel I lost a trusted colleague, friend and a family member. I can't imagine what his family will be going thru at this hour. May they have strength to pull thru this.
Good Bye Bob
- Prahlad
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