Robert Kruszewski (April 30, 1949 - January 28, 2021)

In loving memory of
Robert Kruszewski
  • April 30, 1949
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  • January 28, 2021

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Robert J. (Bob) Kruszewski (nee Sapp), age 71, died after a short illness with prostate and lung cancer on January 28,2021 in the care on Cornerstone Hospice at Casa Bella in The Villages, FL.

He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Dr. Mary Kruszewski. He is also survived by 2 daughters from his first marriage and 7 grandchildren which includes a set of triplets; his sister-in-law; a niece and a nephew along with Mary’s family. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Richard and his sister, Karen.

Bob was born on April 30, 1949 in Oak Park, IL to Wallace and Patricia (Foltz) Sapp.

He served in the Navy during the Vietnam war on the USS Princeton as a signalman. After his military service, he began a career as a lithographer in Chicago. He worked at his trade for the same company for over 20 years. He also taught graphics arts at the Chicago Graphic Arts Institute. Subsequent to that, he owned and operated a print finishing company in DuBois, PA. While living in State College, PA, he worked in a customer service booth at Beaver Stadium during Penn State football games.

His community activities included serving on the Board of Education in Cook County, IL and serving on homeowner’s associations in DuBois and State College, PA. He was a member of the DuBois Kiwanis and served a term as president.

He was proud of his military service and was able to continue to serve veterans as a volunteer in the Public Information Center at Florida National Cemetery where he assisted people visiting their loved ones.

Bob and Mary moved to The Villages in 2015. He enjoyed playing golf on both the championship and executive courses. His Tuesday golf group was very special to him. He also enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles on the computer, trivia nights, and Sudoku puzzles. He put many, many miles on his golf cart doing routine daily activities.

He will be remembered as being a loving husband and a good friend who was always willing to help in any way he could.

A funeral Mass will be held on March 3, 2021 at St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church followed by a committal service with military honors at Florida National Cemetery.  Masks are required at the church and social distancing will be maintained.  The funeral Mass will be lived streamed.

 

Memorial donations can be made to Cornerstone Hospice or Disabled American Veterans.  A celebration of life will be planned for later this Spring.


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  1. Mary Kruszewski says:
    24 Nov 2022
    It's Thanksgiving. I'm grateful that I had you in my life for as long as I did. You made my life better and I miss you. I will hold you close in my heart as I share today with neighbors.
    All my love, Mary

  2. Marie silver says:
    11 Nov 2022
    Today is Veteran's Day Bob .I have sweet memories of you in the Navy .Your never forgotten, with love Marie .

  3. Mary Kruszewski lit a candle:
    11 Nov 2022
    Lit since November 11, 2022 at 11:39:35 AM

  4. Mary Kruszewski says:
    11 Nov 2022
    Veteran's Day
    Thank you
    for your service, Bob!
    Love you, Mary

  5. Marie silver lit a candle:
    15 Oct 2022
    Lit since October 15, 2022 at 10:33:01 AM

  6. Mary Kruszewski says:
    14 Oct 2022
    Tomorrow is Sweetest Day again. I will come to spend some time with my Sweetest One. Candy will surely be part of the deal!
    Love you, Mary

  7. Mary Kruszewski says:
    23 Sep 2022
    Today is the 27th anniversary of our Catholic wedding. Second one since you've been gone. I will pay a visit.
    Love you forever
    Mary

  8. Marie silver says:
    18 Sep 2022
    Hi I was just thinking of you.I miss ypur emails and texts to see how I am out here in CA. My x husband died David you knew him i feel bad for my daughter .Wish we could talk but soon enough we will till then Hugs and much love ,Marie

  9. Mary Kruszewski says:
    12 Sep 2022
    Seven years ago we arrived here to start our new and last chapter. We had more than a couple years in mind. I am continuing on, cherishing the memories and missing you daily. I love you!
    Mary

  10. Marie Silver lit a candle:
    19 Aug 2022
    Lit since August 19, 2022 at 8:02:45 PM

  11. Mary Kruszewski lit a candle:
    13 Jul 2022
    Lit since July 13, 2022 at 7:28:53 AM

  12. Mary Kruszewski says:
    13 Jul 2022
    Today is the 31st July 13th in our history. I will visit and remember.
    Love always, Mary

  13. Marie silver says:
    09 Jun 2022
    Life got cut off to short for you.Miss you and I hope your looking down on loved ones. Many warm hugs till we meet again which I am sure we will .Love ya ,Marie

  14. Marie silver lit a candle:
    09 Jun 2022
    Lit since June 9, 2022 at 6:23:02 PM

  15. Marie silver lit a candle:
    09 Jun 2022
    Lit since June 9, 2022 at 6:21:56 PM

  16. Mary Kruszewski lit a candle:
    30 May 2022
    Lit since May 30, 2022 at 5:14:18 AM

  17. Mary Kruszewski says:
    30 May 2022
    Memorial Day. Second one visiting your final resting place. Had a lovely visit yesterday. I thanked you and everyone on your wall for their service. I love you and miss you every day

  18. Marie silver lit a candle:
    21 May 2022
    Lit since May 21, 2022 at 5:34:32 PM

  19. Marie silver says:
    30 Apr 2022
    Happy Heavenly Birthday .I miss you and think about you often.Many hugs , till we meet again,Marie ❤

  20. Mary Kruszewski lit a candle:
    30 Apr 2022
    Lit since April 30, 2022 at 4:21:16 AM

  21. Mary Kruszewski says:
    29 Apr 2022
    Tomorrow is April 30th. It is the 73rd anniversary of your earthly birth. It's the second one without you. Brownies have already been shared with friends and I will have more tomorrow. I will also be sharing Saturday morning Panera breakfast with you in Bushnell.
    I miss you! I love you!
    Mary

  22. Marie silver says:
    16 Apr 2022
    Hi Bob I have memories of the nice e-cards you use to send at Easter. I know your looking down and always checking on those dear to you .I know your in the comfort of our Savior and complete peace. Love ya,Marie

  23. Mary Kruszewski lit a candle:
    16 Apr 2022
    Lit since April 16, 2022 at 4:15:06 AM

  24. Mary Kruszewski says:
    16 Apr 2022
    Easter is here. You are in the resurrection. Ask God to bless those who love and still remain here waiting.
    Until we meet again you have my love always.
    Mary

  25. Marie silver says:
    08 Apr 2022
    Hi Bob just passing by to know I wish I could chat with you ! I promise it won't be all about me lol .
    Till we meet again ,Marie

  26. Marie silver lit a candle:
    28 Mar 2022
    Lit since March 28, 2022 at 3:52:47 PM

  27. Marie silver says:
    13 Mar 2022
    Hi Bob just wanted to say your on my mind today .I miss you and wish we could visit again. Many hugs and love and know your not forgotten. Your with your family now .Till we reunite again ,Marie

  28. Marie silver lit a candle:
    11 Mar 2022
    Lit since March 11, 2022 at 3:44:05 AM

  29. Mary Kruszewski says:
    03 Mar 2022
    A year ago today was your funeral. We said our final, tearful goodbyes and sent you off "On Eagle's Wings". Your earthly remains were placed in a niche with well deserved military honors. I miss you every day and love you eternally.
    Mary

  30. Marie silver lit a candle:
    16 Feb 2022
    Lit since February 16, 2022 at 2:19:27 AM

  31. Marie silver lit a candle:
    14 Feb 2022
    Lit since February 14, 2022 at 2:56:29 PM

  32. Mary Kruszewski says:
    12 Feb 2022
    Memorable days tomorrow and Monday. The perfect Valentine's day card showed up this year. Too long to share on your wall but I'll share it with you Monday.
    Love,
    Mary

  33. Mary Kruszewski says:
    03 Feb 2022
    Dear Bob,
    Remembering
    February 3, 1991
    One of the BEST days of my life!
    Love always,
    Mary

  34. Marie silver says:
    28 Jan 2022
    HI Bob here it is a yr since you got called to your eternal resting place. I miss you checking up on me and frankly I just miss you period. I check on Mary and I know you'd approve .Till we meet again much love,Marie

  35. Marie silver lit a candle:
    28 Jan 2022
    Lit since January 28, 2022 at 1:33:38 PM

  36. Marie silver says:
    28 Jan 2022
    Well it's been a full yr and yes I am at a loss for words .I am going to give it a try here.I miss your caring ways of checking up when I had my share of issues going on. I am sure your keeping a watchful eye on all those you care about. I just miss you more then you'd know.ps I do check on Mary she's a gem and I know you'd approve of me doing that.Miss you more then you'd ever know! Much love till I see you again Marie

  37. Mary Kruszewski lit a candle:
    28 Jan 2022
    Lit since January 28, 2022 at 1:07:37 AM

  38. Mary Kruszewski says:
    28 Jan 2022
    My Dear Bob
    You died one year ago today. It seems like a long time ago and like yesterday. Life without you is sad and lonely. It will take me a long time to " get used to it ".
    I will cherish and cultivate your memory until we are together again in eternal " celebration ".
    I love you! Always have, always will.
    Mary

  39. Marie silver lit a candle:
    26 Jan 2022
    Lit since January 26, 2022 at 1:48:13 PM

  40. Marie silver lit a candle:
    29 Dec 2021
    Lit since December 29, 2021 at 12:48:04 PM

  41. Mary Kruszewski says:
    24 Dec 2021
    Had my first Christmas Eve supper without you. Tomorrow will be my first Christmas without you. I'm so glad to have the memories of all the Christmases we did share. You will be in my prayers and in my heart ❤. Look down on me with love.
    I love you forever!
    Mary

  42. Mary Kruszewski lit a candle:
    24 Dec 2021
    Lit since December 24, 2021 at 12:07:24 PM

  43. Marie silver lit a candle:
    24 Dec 2021
    Lit since December 24, 2021 at 12:26:12 AM

  44. Marie silver says:
    24 Dec 2021
    Here we are approaching Christmas and your not here .I think you left to soon .I miss your texting and talking to you .I am thankful we connected and grateful to have saw you and meet Mary .She's a jewel to I am glad you had a great life with her but sad it got cut short. I do check on her and she's trying to move on with her life like I know you would want. It's never the same miss you and your never forgotten .Merry Christmas in heaven love,Marie

  45. Mary Kruszewski lit a candle:
    23 Dec 2021
    Lit since December 23, 2021 at 12:35:05 AM

  46. Mary Kruszewski says:
    23 Dec 2021
    My dear Bob,
    Today is our 29th wedding anniversary. I miss you desperately. I had hoped that we would have shared at least 40 of these. I will visit you and spend the day remembering all the good we shared in the 28 years we were married and the almost 30 years we had together.
    Love never dies. I will love you forever!
    Mary

  47. Marie silver lit a candle:
    16 Dec 2021
    Lit since December 16, 2021 at 12:26:50 AM

  48. Mary Kruszewski says:
    01 Dec 2021
    Tomorrow is my birthday. I'm going to make a chocolate cream pie and recall your last pumpkin pie that you made for me last year. I told you what I want.
    Love, Mary

  49. Mary Kruszewski says:
    25 Nov 2021
    First Thanksgiving without you.
    Miss you. I cherish the memories of charcoal grilled turkey, rutabagas, and brussels sprouts . Most of all your great pumpkin pie which I tried to duplicate today. I'll let you know.
    Love always,
    Mary❤

  50. Marie silver lit a candle:
    23 Nov 2021
    Lit since November 23, 2021 at 11:07:27 AM

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