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Robert Szymanski
December 3, 1965 - February 26, 2020
Robert Szymanski, age 54, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 26, 2020.
Born in Kenosha on December 3, 1965, he was the son of the late Peter C. and Marilyn (nee: Robers) Szymanski. He attended St. Mary's Catholic Grade School, graduated from Tremper High School and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside with a double major in History and Political Science. He was involved in the Boy Scouts and earned the highest achievement possible of Eagle Scout.
Robert was employed with the Kenosha News as a Distribution Manager for over 28 years and most recently with Goodview Pharmacy. Robert was an avid Dallas Cowboy and Brewers fan. He enjoyed bowling, softball and history, especially anything to do with World War II. Reading, movies and music were among his passions.
Bobbie was dedicated to his family members with a pure heart of gold. He had an unbridled sense of humor and had many friends. One could always count on Bob to be there, with a smile on his face to help them.
He is survived by his two sisters, Patricia Moore and Nancy (Wallace "Chip") Shilkus, his sister-in-law Kathryn Szymanski; his nephews, Matthew (Alicia) Rommelfanger, Nick Moore, Wallace Shilkus III; his nieces, Danielle Skilkus and Gabriel (Manuel) Mandujano; along with his two great nephews and great niece.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Peter W. Szymanksi; and brother-in-law, Douglas A. Moore, Sr.
A visitation for Robert will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Piasecki Funeral Home. Private inurnment will take place in All Saints Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Szymanski
Diane Simonsen
March 9, 2020
Bobby you are missed each and every day. Will miss the waves as you drove by each day. Thinking of you always.
Christine Bishop
March 6, 2020
I remember our years fondly at the Kenosha News. You were always there for a good laugh and I am blessed to have known you. You will be greatly missed.
Lorrie Becker-Krodel
March 3, 2020
I'm shocked and saddened to hear of Bob's passing. He was such a good guy. Peace and prayers to his family and friends. RIP Bob
Keith Deike
March 3, 2020
Bob you will be missed. Still shocked as we had just talked at interstate Dogs a few weeks back. R.I.P my friend
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Scott Gentz
March 3, 2020
Fellow 84 classmate, Bob had a great sense of humor and all around good guy. My condolences, thoughts and prayers to his family.
Pam Pacetti-Schlitz
March 3, 2020
always and forever a sweetheart. We will miss you Bob.
Terry Maraccini
March 3, 2020
I had the honor and pleasure of working with Bob for 20 years. He was a kind man with a great sense of joy of life.
I will miss him.
My condolences to his family.
Scott Gentz
March 2, 2020
Sad to hear of Bobs passing. He had such a great sense of humor and was my 1984 classmate. My condolences to Bobs family.
Debbie Johnson
March 2, 2020
Worked with Bob many years age at the Kenosha News and was a joy.
Karen (Koerber) Allan
March 2, 2020
RIP My Tremper 1984 classmate & friend.
Saddened & sending my prayers to your family.
Quinn Quello
March 1, 2020
So Sorry to hear this. My Thoughts and Prayers are with his family and friends
Jim DeMarco
March 1, 2020
Extremely saddened to hear my co-worker of many years has passed. We shared many laughs over those years. God bless you my friend.
John Lewis
February 29, 2020
I didn't know Bob that well, but had the occasion to work with him years ago at the Kenosha News. I found him to be a very nice guy and I'm sincerely saddened to hear about his unexpected passing at such a young age.
Lynda Day
February 29, 2020
My sympathy to the family and friends of Bob. I worked as a lunch room monitor in the mid-80's and still remember Bob. Such a big guy, who seemed to have a big heart. He used to tease me and smile, and I told him he should have more respect for an old, lunch lady. The world lost a happy soul. RIP.
Cindy Thibedeau-Kocher
February 28, 2020
So very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Always the sweetest guy. Sending strength and love to his family.
Kenneth Knapp
February 28, 2020
Words cannot express on what Robert meant to our troop. I am so sorry for your familes loss, and my thoughts and prayers go out to him, and his whole family. I knew Robert through boy scouts. We hung out together, We went on camping outings with him, and we also spent an hour a week in our boy scout meetings doing scouting activities. He was always friendly, always liked to laugh, and treated everbody the way he would want to be treated. He will be missed by us all. The Angels and God now have another guardian angel with them, and looking down on us all. We will miss you buddy. Prayers to you and the family "RIP" my old friend.
Mike Daoust
February 28, 2020
Rest in peace Bob. You will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family
February 28, 2020
All the employees at Good Value Pharmacy are shocked and saddened at the sudden passing of Bob. We want to extend our deepest sympathies and prayers to his family during this difficult time.
Tim Baron
February 28, 2020
Bob was super good guy. We had a great time in our classes and during lunch together at Tremper.
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