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ROBERT EUGENE GREEN "Bob" Robert "Bob" Eugene Green passed away peacefully Sunday morning, August 28 at his home in Chicago, IL, following a courageous and relentless battle against brain cancer. He was 60. Over the course of his five-year journey, Bob was surrounded by family and friends, embraced and enveloped in their love and devotion. They, in turn, were inspired by his grace, strength, perseverance, resilience, hope and sense of humor. He would never let it be said that he lost his battle against cancer; his battle was about standing up to cancer, about living a good life, and because he accomplished that, he won. Bob will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Born in Gary, IN, Bob was a 1969 graduate of Wayland Academy in Beaver Dam, WI, where he was involved in wide-ranging activities, from National Merit Society; Honor Roll and Student Council to Choir; Drama, Ski and PR clubs; Athletic Trainer and Class Treasurer. He received his Bachelor of Arts in English from Colgate University in Hamilton, NY in 1973, where he also sang in the University Chorus. He earned his Master's in Business Administration from the University of Chicago in 1975. After briefly working in New York, NY, as a men's wear buyer for Abraham & Strauss department store, he returned to Indiana to manage the family grocery business, eventually owning his own stores, from which he retired in 2005. He then started a second career in real estate with Koenig and Strey in Chicago. He was a longstanding member of the Multicenter AIDS Cohort Study (MACS) at the Howard Brown Health Center in Chicago. He also was a longtime member of the Chicago Gay Men's Chorus, sat on the board of the Bailiwick Chicago theatre company and was a volunteer for The Saints, which helps the not-for-profit performing arts community in Chicago. He is survived by his partner, William D. Lieber, Jr. "Bill"; his father, Eddie, of Munster, IN, and West Palm Beach, FL; his sister, Linda Green-Brown of Valparaiso, IN; his brother-in-law, Ken Brown, and his niece, Laura Brandt of Seattle, WA, as well as aunts, uncles, cousins and countless friends. His mother, Lillian (Moskovitz) preceded him in death in 2009. A memorial service celebrating Bob's life will be held Thursday, September 1, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, at Orchestra Hall at Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in remembrance of Bob to the Northwestern Hospital Brain Tumor Institute (www.braintumorinstitute.org) and the American Brain Tumor Association (www.abta.org). To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Green
Paul and Joan Beninati
August 24, 2019
It is with appreciation that we receive this opportunity to express sentiments about Bob 8 years after his passing. Surely all friends and family can confirm our experience of speaking about him fondly even to this day. That alone tells of a person's life having substance and meaning. A wonderful man and a wonderful legacy.
Paul and Joan Beninati
Susan Stone
February 5, 2012
I was so saddened to hear of Bob's passing while reading the Colgate Scene. Bob was one of my favorite classmates at Colgate. We were on the French Study Group in Dijon together and he was such a delight. We all had nicknames and his was Monsieur LeVert. He had a wonderful knack for walking into a room and making us all smile. He was such as great pal as we experienced, (and laughed alot), all of the differences between French life and that in the U.S. I regret that I lost touch with Bob over the years since Colgate, but he has been in my thoughts often over the years and I will continue to keep him in my thoughts. My deepest condolences to Bill,and all of Bob's family and friends.
Fondly, Colgate Friend Sue Stone ( Mlle LaPierre)
Carolyn Shear
September 5, 2011
Dear Bill,
I just received the sad news of Bob and send my heartfelt sympathy to you. Besides the benefits of our yoga classes, the two of you were a joyous, fun,spark to those hours.
Carolyn Shear
Chicago August 2004
Leah Adams
September 4, 2011
Dear Bill,
Bob was a hoot! He made me laugh. Now he makes me cry because such a talented, intellectual and caring man is gone. He will live on in all our memories. Today I felt a great loss.
Paul and Joan Beninati
September 4, 2011
Bill,
We are so glad you gave us the opportunity to tell Bob, in person, just how much he meant to us and his importance to our lives. Now it's time to tell you. We both hope that at the time of our greatest need we have someone who will give the unselfish, loving and complete support that you provided for Bob. You both have been a living leason on what a productive and inspirational life together means.
Carol Segal
September 2, 2011
As a first cousin of Bob, and growing up with him I remember how he tought me to love and appreciate musicals by preparing before I went to see one. He told me to get the soundtrack and read the notes about the musical. Bob I will really miss you and treasure all the good times we had together.
Lorrie Matula
September 1, 2011
In the past year, I came to care, know and share in Bob's triumps through Bill and his loving narratives about Bob. One of my favorites was Bob and his love of singing. Bill relayed with pride and humor that while Bob struggled to speak, he could certainly belt out all the words to his best loved songs.
Bob, the heavely chorus just grew lovelier and sweeter with your voice. Please watch over Bill, your dad, family and friends and help ease the sorrow in their hearts.
September 1, 2011
I worked with Bob during his years at Valu-Mart. I was very fond of him. He always made me smile. My thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones.
Pamela Wittenstein, Indianapolis, IN
Viviane Evanoff
August 31, 2011
Bill,
What a loving tribute to Bob. We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing and feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to know you both over these past years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all those who loved Bob at this time.
Viviane, Bill, Sofia and Peter Evanoff
Karen Anten
August 31, 2011
Prayers and thoughts go out to Bill and Bob's family. Although I only knew Bob through Bill, there were many hello's over speaker phones and a smiling picture of Bob that put a smile on my face during difficult times. May you celebrate Bob and all the wonderful memories that you have held in your heart. Living is not a matter of counting years, but making the years count. In the tribute to Bob, he made all his years count.
Stephen Green
August 31, 2011
Of course, as first cousins, Bob and I have known each other all our lives, but the friendship we developed in recent years was sweet and unexpected, and i'm very happy for it, and for the chance to know and love this wonderful guy. My love to all, Stephen.
Dennis Rose
August 31, 2011
Rand Harris and Tom Schroeder kept me informed of Bob's zest for life and the ongoing medical battle.that Bob and Bill have been waging. Bob's friendship will be missed. My sympathy to Bill and to the rest of Bob's relatives and friends.
Robin Boushie
August 30, 2011
Bob will be honored and humbled by the loving tribute. Thank you Bill. I met Bob sophomore year of high school. We have enjoyed and treasured 44 years of friendship. You will always be my best friend.
Love, Robin
steve block
August 30, 2011
i am so sorry to hear of bob's passing. i have known him my entire life. i have such good memories of times we spent together in the grocery store and of seeing bob at holidays and other occasions. my love, thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Dennis Hardenstein
August 30, 2011
Bob and I shared many memories back in the late 70's . He taught me how to play Bakgammon and helped me develop a love for ethnic food's.
My thought's and prayer's are with all that love Bob. You brightened my world.
Don & Roma Wehde
August 30, 2011
Thank you, Bill, for sharing such a sweet tribute to Bob. We continue to be inspired by the way he lived life--with undaunted determination and joy! How grateful we are to have you both as dear friends. With love, sorrow --and CELEBRATION of a life well-lived and well-loved.
Gail Zelitzky
August 30, 2011
Dear Bill and Family,
This beautiful tribute is testimony to the beautiful man that Bob was. His always gracious and caring demeanor will be forever remembered. Peace to Bill and to the family.
Bruce Lederman
August 30, 2011
Dear Bill and Family,
Bob will be missed by all who knew him. May you be strengthened by memories of happier times and the love you share.
Rohan Barrett
August 30, 2011
Dear Bill, this is a beautiful tribute to Bob. He will surely be missed.Please know that you and the rest of Bob's family are in my thoughts.
August 30, 2011
Bill, Mr. Green and Family,
What an amazing tribute to Bob!
Bob was always a pleasure to deal with and he always made me smile. May you find comfort in your wonderful memories of Bob and in each other.
Lisa Morgan
(from Pinkerton & Friedman and Hinshaw & Culbertson)
Robert Coad
August 30, 2011
Dear Bill,
What a beautiful tribute to Bob. Our deepest condolences to you and the rest of Bob's family.
Love,
Bobby and Dave
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