Robert "Bob" Edelheit

Robert "Bob" Edelheit, age 80, of Palatine, IL, passed away on October 4, 2025. Born in Chicago in 1945, Bob lived a life marked by dedication, love, and quiet generosity.

Beloved husband of Janis (née Kramer) for 57 years. Loving father of Lisa (Neville) Dembo and Matt (Lauren) Edelheit. Proud grandfather of Jake and Ellory Dembo, and Hannah and Connor Edelheit. Cherished brother of Lonnie (Susan) Edelheit and Ellen (Al) Cohen. Dear brother-in-law of Linda (Tom) Magnus, Donna (Regis) McCormick, and Ken (Veronica) Kramer. Adored uncle and cousin to many. Preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Gert Edelheit.

After earning his marketing degree from Southern Illinois University, Bob enlisted in the U.S. Army and served as a Warrant Officer Helicopter Pilot during the Vietnam War. Upon returning home, he married Janis in 1968 and began a 45-year career in the specialty foods and confectionery industry. Bob's global travels selling gummy bears culminated in his proud induction into the Candy Hall of Fame.

In retirement, Bob embraced an active lifestyle filled with hiking, biking, golf, tennis, and pickleball. Though a man of few words, he was known for his many acts of kindness, generosity, and quiet thoughtfulness. He touched many lives and will be deeply missed.

Memorial Service, Monday, October 6, 2025; 12:15 PM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL. Interment Private. Memorial donations in his honor can be made to Clearbrook, 1835 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, www.clearbrook.org/donate. To view the service, shiva information and to leave condolences, www.shalommemorial.org or (847) 255-3520.