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Robert Cannella Obituary

Robert S. "Bob" Cannella, age 59, passed suddenly, longtime resident of Arlington, TX; former radio personality and current owner of Up Close Concerts, a promotions company in Branson, MO; cherished son of Jeannette, nee Baldino and the late Donald A. Cannella Sr.; dear brother of the late Donald (Karen) Cannella II; beloved life partner of Julie Del Barto; fond uncle of Megan and Nicholas (Sarah) Cannella and great-uncle of Brooks Cannella; special cousin of Bob (Georgiann) Baldino and many other cousins. Visitation Saturday, 9:00 a.m. until time of funeral service 11:30 a.m. at Gibbons Funeral Home, 134 South York Road, (½ mile North of Saint Charles Road), Elmhurst. Interment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Hillside. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 208 S La Salle St, Unit 900, Chicago, IL 60604. For funeral information please call 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com

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Published by Republican & Herald from Jan. 5 to Jan. 6, 2022.

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Julie

January 8, 2022

I love you and I´m so grateful that I told you every day how much and that you did the same. As much as I miss you and my heart is breaking, I know your love and memories will help me heal. so I know in my heart . You are my angel and I know we will be together again someday. To all who are mourning Bob, my prayers are that we find peace and joy in our memories with this wonderful man.

American Heart Association

January 7, 2022

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

The Gibbons Family

January 4, 2022

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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