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Robert Awe Obituary

ROBERT 'BOB' AWE ROCKFORD -Robert "Bob" Awe passed away Monday, December 1, 2014. Born November 8, 1939, son of Robert C. and Dorothy (Halbmeier) Awe. Bob was a Systems Analyst, a teacher of Accounting, owner of Lin's Trucking, a truck driver and a horseman. He enjoyed antique tractors, tinkering on cars, trucks and lawn tractors, and having a cool beverage at the local tap. Survivors include his wife of over 30 years, Linda (Bowling); his sons, Andrew (Paula), Marc (Mary) and Joe (Lynette); grandchildren, Tyler, Kiaya, Joshua, Megan and Maddeson; great-grandchildren, Kara, Carter and Kylee; brother, William; and sisters, Eilene Lee and Debbie Saxton. He was predeceased by his parents and sister, Diane Poplowski. A celebration of his life will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, December 6, 2014, at Heartland Community Church Chapel, 1280 S. Alpine, Rockford, IL 61108. Arrangements provided by Honquest Family Funeral Home with Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 4311 North Mulford Road. To share a memory or condolence visit www.honquestfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Dec. 5 to Dec. 6, 2014.

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Doris Parks

December 9, 2014

I knew Bob as Tractor Bob. My thoughts and prayers to his family and lots of friends. Bob was always mowing grass and helping others, he will definitely be missed by all. May he Rest in Peace. He was always smiling and enjoying life. Doris Parks

ANDREA CHILES

December 7, 2014

My heart goes out to you for the deep loss you must be feeling for your beloved. How sad to lose someone so loved and so needed. May you find comfort in prayer and in one another (Jeremiah 29:12, 13)

December 6, 2014

Knew him a short time but he always made me smile.
Friends at Rockford speedway

Joel Collinsworth

December 6, 2014

I was very sad to hear of Bob's Passing. He was always a happy guy with a great attitude. It was a pleasure to know him. I'm glad I got a chance to know Bob. We always chatted a little when he came into the computer shop. My condolences to family and friends.

Linda Huffstutler

December 6, 2014

We send our sympathy and ongoing prayers for your family at the death of your father. Dale and Linda

Linda Stevens-Blakley

December 5, 2014

Thinking of you & your family at this time. I can't imagine how you're feeling Linda...(your old best friend forever)

Eileen Lee

December 5, 2014

Lin, Andy, Marc, Joe, & families. So sorry for your loss & also for mine . Skippy I will miss you. Love, sister Eileen ( big girl)

Deb Gabriel

December 5, 2014

Hugs and prayers for Bob's family. We will miss seeing him several times per week. He was always smiling and quick to laugh. He had a gift for enjoying life. Happy driving in Hiker Heaven Bob.

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