Bob "Bohemie Man" Synacek
Bob "Bohemie Man" Synacek
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Bob Synacek Obituary
Bob “Bohemie Man” Synacek, 79, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died Sunday, November 23, 2025. The family will host a graveside service at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 28, 2025, at St. John’s Cemetery, Cedar Rapids.
Bob was born on September 15, 1946, in Cedar Rapids, the son of Ludmila “Lillian” (Zarba) and George Synacek. He was united in marriage to Ms. Chris Brown in 1998. Bob worked at Kirkwood Community College, and he had his own landscaping business until he retired. Bob was a member of St. Ludmilla Catholic Church. He enjoyed being an usher at church, being involved in community events, and animal rights.
Survivors include his wife of 26 years, Ms. Chris Brown-Synacek; bonus daughters, Joi, Emerald, and Starlet Smith; niece, Diane Synacek; nephews, Andrew and Patrick Synacek; and four bonus grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, George Synacek; bonus daughter, Evelyn Smith; and nephew, David Synacek.
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Upcoming Events
Nov
28
Graveside service
11:00 a.m.
St. John's Cemetery - Cedar Rapids
1340 17th Street Southeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
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Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Cedar RapidsOnly 2 days left for delivery to next service.