Robert "Bob" Yaksich

Robert "Bob" Yaksich obituary, Hillside, IL

Robert "Bob" Yaksich

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1500 South Meyers Road, Lombard, IL 60148

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Robert Yaksich Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Knollcrest Funeral Home on Mar. 9, 2026.
Robert "Bob" Yaksich, age 81, of Lombard, Illinois. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen "Kathy" Yaksich, nee Schmit for 56 years; dear son of the late Elsie, nee Richter and the late Mike Yaksich; fond brother of the late Michael (Jane) Yaksich, Richard (the late Mary) Yaksich, Maureen (the late Terry) Ratajesak, Nancy (Mike) Riley, Peter (Barb) Schmit, Susan (Tony) Maniscalco, and the late Jeannie (Ed) Boklewski; loving uncle of 20; cherished great-uncle of 27; devoted godfather of 7.

Visitation Friday, March 13, 2026, 10:00 AM until time of funeral service at 11:30 AM, at Knollcrest, 1500 S. Meyers Road, Lombard, IL 60148. Interment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers or plants memorials to Misericordia Home are appreciated. Funeral info: knollcrest.net or (630) 932-1500.

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Our deepest condolences to the Yaksich and Schmidt families on their loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

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We have shared many fabulous memories and stories my friend. I will miss you.

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Knollcrest Funeral Home

1500 South Meyers Road, Lombard, IL 60148

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11:30 a.m.

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1500 South Meyers Road, Lombard, IL 60148

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