Robert C. Arbuckle of Western Springs passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 10, 2019 at the age of 85. He was a loving husband of 42 years to Victoria; beloved father of Laurel (the late David) Harrington, Julie Horns, & Susan Grace; loving step-father of Debby (Kenn) Anderson & Derek (Amy) Mach; treasured grandfather of Megan, Caitlin (Alex), Bridget, Ben (Aislinn), Hilary, Kevin, Natalie, David, Rebecca, Christopher, & Charlie; dear brother-in-law of John & the late Jerry; uncle of Sandy (Kevin). Bob was an accomplished businessman who built his businesses from the ground up. He began his life on the south side of Chicago and graduated from the DeVry Institute before beginning his business. He was an avid athlete and over his lifetime, Bob relished in playing almost all sports where a ball or skis were involved. He delighted in traveling, sharing many vacations with family, and seeing the world with his lovely wife, Vicky. He also enjoyed playing classical and flamenco guitar. Bob was a man of high standards and always generous with his time and energy. His love of family and friends is an inspiration to all who knew him, and he will be greatly missed. Visitation on Monday, January 21 from 10 a.m. until time of Mass, 11:15 a.m. at St John of the Cross Church, Western Springs. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside will be private. Memorial donations in Bob’s name to MichaelJFox.org for Parkinson’s Research or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org/donate) are appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home, Countryside. Funeral info: (708) 352-6500