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Robert K. Schoon
BLOOMINGTON, IN - Robert (Rob) K. Schoon, of Bloomington, Indiana, aged 33, formerly of Munster, passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2019, from the effects of an unexpected medical event. Robert (Uncle Bob to his nieces) was a 2004 graduate of Munster High School. He earned a B.S. in philosophy and religious studies from Indiana University Bloomington in 2009 and an M.S. in journalism from New York University in 2013. Robert was a communications project manager for the Vice President of Instructional Technology at Indiana University Bloomington. Known by many for his outstanding musical abilities, and by others for his bowling skills, he was also a regular volunteer at public radio station WFHB in Bloomington.
Robert is survived by his parents, Ken and Peg Schoon; his brother and sister-in-law, Jake and Heather; nieces: Sophia and Emily; loving girlfriend, Calin Neely; and special friends: Robert Larson, and Clark Wick.
Friends may meet with Rob's family on Monday, February 4, from 3:00 until 7:00 at HILLSIDE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTER, 8941 Kleinman Road, Highland, Indiana 46322. Services will be Tuesday at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 8955 Columbia Avenue, Munster, at 11:00. Interment at the Schoon Family Cemetery.For additional information, please contact Hillside Funeral Home & Cremation Center Konnie Kuiper-Kevin Nordyke by calling us at 219-838-0800, or visiting us at
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Janice Dobrinich
February 8, 2019
Peg and Ken, Sara just called today she just heard of Robert's passing. On behalf of our entire family we send you our heartfelt sympathies. The last time we saw Robert was his jr. Yr. of College. Sara, Dana, Robbie and Robert sat around our kitchen table playing games and talking about College life and the directions that they hoped their careers would take them Robert touched many lives and he wil be missed. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
February 5, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the Schoon family. May your loving memories comfort you in this time of grief.
Love and Prayers,
Dori Lakich
February 5, 2019
Dave and I were stunned to hear of your loss. Our hearts go out to both you and your family. May you find comfort in knowing that friends from all walks of life are there with you in your sorrow. Sincerely, Dave and Muriel
February 4, 2019
Praying for God's peace for the whole family. Roger Crafton
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Colette Jen
February 4, 2019
So very sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Don and Jean Williams
February 4, 2019
Ken and Peg, Don and I wish to send our condolences to you and your family. It is very hard to loose a child and our prayers are for you and your family.
Ray Morgan
February 4, 2019
Ken and Peg, please accept my condolences.
Wally & Donna Schoon
February 4, 2019
Hello Ken & Peg - We just heard today about the loss of your son, Rob! Will write a longer email later, but want to express our condolences to you here! So sorry for your loss. Trust you are knowing the Lord's comfort and peace - the kind only HE can give! Lovingly - Wally & Donna
Christine Priesol
February 4, 2019
Our hearts are broken. You will always be with us in spirit, with all of our memories.
Love,
Rob and Dan Larson and Christine and Alex Priesol
Tim and Candy Nosich
February 3, 2019
My sincere condolences to the Schoon family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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