Peahl, Robert Halldin,
born August 1, 1928. At rest June 26, 2011.
Bob is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Margaret Grunnet-Peahl and their children and their families, Douglas Grunnet, Robert Peahl, Vickie Halvorsen, David Peahl, Michael Grunnet, Susan Peahl. Bob found profound joy in his grandchilren, Erin Grunnet, Matthew Peahl, Jason Rice, Joe Grunnet, Kirstin Peahl, Keri Grunnet, Brendan Peahl; and his grea-grandchildren, Jenna Rice, Julia Rice, Jordan Rice, Taylor Peahl, Kristien Peahl, William Grunnet.

Born and raised in Minneapolis, MN, Bob was the eldest son of Anna and Oscar Peahl. He lettered in football and track, and was a MN State pole valt champion. He lived to snow ski and loved water sports, and performed as a trick skier for the Aqua Jesters, a water show serving children’s hospital charities in Minneapolis. He is survived by sisters, Arlene and Joanne, and brother, Charles. His sister Marelyn preceded him in death as did his dear friends and brother-in-law, Walt, Elmer and Jim and his first wife, Jeanne. His life was enriched by his many nephews, nieces and their children.

Bob enjoyed many life long friends plus the many that he met and touched wherever he went. He proudly served our nation in the Marine Corps and the US Air Force. In the early 60’s the family moved to Wheaton, IL where Bob became active in his church choir and councils, Boy Scouts, sports, community outreach work, cycling and was an avid golfer. He later moved to Shorewood Glen, where he founded the bike club, and was active in veterans and bible study groups.

Bob was a happy person, who brought joy and charity all that he met. A deeply religious man, Bob devoted much of his life to serving The Lord and was comfortable in the knowledge that upon death, he would be in a good place. A long time member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Wheaton, IL, and most recently Messiah Lutheran Church in Joliet; he will be remebered for his humor, his kindness and his belief in God. This kind and gentle soul was truly an angel waiting for wings to fly.