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Bob Elzer Obituary
Robert was born on September 9th, 1932 in Ottawa, IL. Robert leaves behind two sons, Christopher Elzer and wife Sheryll and Robert 'Bones' Elzer of Ottawa, Illinois. He leaves behind five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Melva Lange Elzer who died on October 9th, 2024 and his brothers: Henry Elzer, Arnold Elzer, Norman Elzer, William Elzer, and Joe Elzer and sisters' Jean Sawicki and Marian Tylk.
Bob served his country in Korea and Vietnam and was awarded two bronze stars.
Bob was an airplane enthusiast and owned his own cessna and loved flying until he decided to give it up at the ripe old age of 90.
Bob worked as a mechanic for American Airlines for 32 years before his retirement.
He was also an avid deer hunter and enjoyed hunting with his sons.
He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
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Sheila
March 18, 2026
I am very sorry for your loss. I pray for comfort and peace during this time. Your dad was an amazing man in his accomplishments, etc.
John Tylk
March 16, 2026
Uncle Bobby was the coolest. In the slang of the 1950s and 1960s that was the best! He taught me how to whistle "Bob White" in hopes of getting a response from the Bob White birds in the fields around the Elzer farm. And he loved Ford T-Birds. He had a `54 and (I think) a `55 or a `56. I can´t remember if he had a `57 when they made 4-seaters. I don´t think he liked the 4-seaters. Pax Vobiscum, Uncle Bobby, yer nephew, Johnny Tylk.
Rylee Elzer Reed
March 16, 2026
My grandpa Bob had the kindest heart and the best spirit. He had the best stories to share. I am so blessed that he was in my life. We will miss him so much.
Kathleen S. Elzer
March 16, 2026
I will forever miss my Uncle Bob. He was the youngest sibling in my dad´s family. He had a great sense of humor and always seemed happy. Kind thoughts to all of those of us who loved him...RIP, Uncle Bob!
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