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Robert Altendorf Obituary

ROBERT E. ALTENDORF, 78 CARY - Robert E. Altendorf, 78, of Cary died Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008, in his home. Born Jan. 5, 1930, in Rockford, the son of Vernon and Helene Altendorf. He coached in Cary Youth Baseball for many years. He was instrumental in getting lights for Cary-Grove High School football field. Robert was an avid golfer and enjoyed woodworking. Survived by wife, Karen (nee Bradford) Altendorf, whom he married Sept. 3, 1955, in Rockford; children, Mary Ann (Thomas) Gilson of Rhode Island, Michael Robert (Tammy) Altendorf of Lake Zurich, Susan Marie (Joseph) Gualano of Fox River Grove, James Vernon (Lauralee) Altendorf of Cary; grandchildren, Michael, Jonathan, Benjamin, Josie Grace, Grace Yuan, Tony, Joseph, and Amanda; many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by sister, Betty Jane (William) Anderson. Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, in Saints Peter and Paul Church, Cary. Visitation from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8, in Kahle-Moore Funeral Home, 403 Silver Lake Road, Cary. Memorials appreciated for Hospice of Northeastern Ill.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Dec. 5 to Dec. 11, 2008.

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Wilbur & Sherry Mehlman

December 8, 2008

Karen, Mary, Mick, Sue, Jim and family, we are so sorry for your loss.
Bob will be missed, we are so blessed to know such a wonderful man with an unforgettable smile.
Love you guys,
Wilbur & Sherry Mehlman

Ron & Nancy Graham

December 7, 2008

Mike & Tammy - we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Linda McMurray

December 7, 2008

You and your family are in our prayers. Sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one.

Jim Menne

December 7, 2008

Karen, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. After all these years you and Bob are still cherished in my memory. May God grant you His strength to see you thru this most difficult time.

Larry & Sheryl Hayes

December 6, 2008

Mike & Tammy
We were heartbroken to hear about Mike's dad. You and your famlies are in our prayers. We love you guys.

Nancy Winker

December 5, 2008

Karen,
So sorry to read about Bob. We seem to have lost touch.
You and your family are in our prayers.
Nancy & Dave Winker

Al and Lynn Jaeger

December 5, 2008

Jimmy and Lauralee,

Lynn and I are most sorry to hear of your loss. The obituary speaks volumes on the type of person your father was and his committment to making the world a better place.

Jimmy, if you are any reflection of your father... he was a great person. I am certain he is proud of the son he raised and the family you have.

Finally, I hope you find peace sharing stories while your siblings are home to celebrate your father's life.

Pam & Jim Pannarale

December 5, 2008

Hi Mom and Suzy wanted to let you know that I was thinking of you guys. I love you both very much! I will see you soon

Mike Haber

December 5, 2008

Hi Sue/Joe,
Sorry for the loss of your father he was always interesting to talk to and be around as well as being an asset to the community.

Mike Haber

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