Robert V. Thomsen

Robert V. Thomsen obituary

Robert V. Thomsen

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9000 W. 151st St., Orland Park, IL 60462

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10731 W 131st St, Orland Park, IL 60462

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Robert Thomsen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home on Sep. 30, 2025.

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Robert Victor Thomsen Ret. CPD, age 56 passed away suddenly on Sunday September 28th.

Bob is survived by his loving and cherished wife Jennifer and his most beloved and adored children; Ryan CFD, Bobby, Allison, Jake, Lindsey and his best pal Dansby. His father William Ret. CFD, late mother Frances. Brother Jim, late brother Bill, father in-law Patrick (late Patricia).

Bob was a Juvenile Diabetic diagnosed at the age of 4 yrs. It was a battle he fought fiercely every single day. Although the challenges were many, he dealt with it bravely and with grace.

He was a distinguished Chicago Police Officer having served 26 honorable years. He was well respected because he policed the right way. Bob loved his Cubs! One of his happiest moments he shared with his family was the night the Cubs won the World Series.

Above all Bob was a devoted husband and father. His greatest joy in life was being with his family. He made every moment fun, and memorable bringing only love and laughter to our lives.

Bob will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He was genuinely the kindest, most generous person to everyone. He loved talking to people - he was a friend to all.

"Go Cubs lv u"

Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m.

Funeral Saturday 10:45 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, IL to Our Lady of the Woods Church, Mass 11:30 a.m.

Interment private

In lieu of flowers donations to Breakthrough Type 1 Diabetes, www.breakthrought1d.org in Bob's name would be appreciated.

Please leave a memory for the family on Bob's Tribute Wall; your stories will bring comfort to his family. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

3

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home - Orland Park

9000 W. 151st St., Orland Park, IL 60462

Send Flowers

Oct

4

Service

11:30 a.m.

Our Lady of the Woods Church

10731 W 131st St, Orland Park, IL 60462

Send Flowers

Only 2 days left for delivery to next service.