Obituary of Robert Freebus

Robert F. Freebus Age 71, of Shorewood for the past nine years, and formerly of Schaumburg, passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center. Born October 2, 1943 in Chicago, he was the son of the late Fred and Almira (nee Schultz) Freebus. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, serving on Guam Island during the Vietnam War, attaining the rank of Sargeant. Bob retired from AT&T/Lucent Technologies as a manager after many years of service. He was a member of American Legion Post #1080, Shorewood Glen Veteran's Group and Shorewood Glen Golf League. He loved to golf and enjoyed traveling and spending the winters in Florida. Surviving are his beloved wife of 47 years, Lynda (nee Arnold) Freebus; one son, Jeffrey Freebus of Algonquin; one daughter, Janet (Matthew) Dimke of Michigan City, IN; five grandchildren, Victoria, Alexandria, Elizabeth and Jason Freebus and Dominic Dimke; and one great-granddaughter, Alicen. Graveside Services for Robert F. Freebus will be held Friday, September 25, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood. Cremation rites have been accorded. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or Joliet Area Community Hospice would be appreciated. Fred C. Dames Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. For information (815) 741-5500.