Robert R. Benkowsky Jr.
Passed: October 15, 2020
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Robert R. Benkowsky Jr.
Passed: October 15, 2020
Obituary
Former Illinois resident Robert R. Benkowsky Jr., 63, passed away on October 15, 2020, in Phoenix, AZ. Robert or ‘Bob’ was born on December 24, 1956 in Chicago, IL to Robert and Valerie (Surak) Benkowsky. Robert married Kathleen A. Noruk in 1976. They raised three sons, Robert G., Andrew, and Daniel. Bob moved to Arizona in 2010 with his sons, after Kathleen passed away.
Bob was an honest, loyal and selfless man who was a mentor to many throughout his life. He coached youth sports, including all three of his sons’ baseball and basketball teams from 1984-2000 at Portage Park, in Chicago, IL. Bob was also an entrepreneur and founded multiple businesses including Trudoor, LLC, in Phoenix, AZ, with his three sons. He was known for his strong work ethic, perseverance, and integrity as a businessman.
Bob had a passion for sports including golf and baseball and the Chicago Cubs. He and his three sons took a trip of a lifetime back to their hometown in 2016 to watch the Cubs win their first World Series championship in over a century. He was also an avid music lover and played the electric guitar. Bob was a dog lover and proud owner of several Border Collies. He was known for his kind and compassionate spirit.
Bob was preceded in death by his father, Robert, his mother, Valerie, and his beloved wife, Kathleen. He is survived by his three children, Bobby (Kristen), Andy, and Dan (Gigi), his sister Gail Sullivan, his brother Mark, his grandchildren Mina and Eli, and several nieces, and nephews.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, October 29, 2020 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Rd. in Goodyear, AZ at 6:00PM. Funeral services will be held at 9:30AM on Friday, October 30, 2020 at the same location.
20 responses to Robert R. Benkowsky Jr.
Aunty virginia says:
October 21, 2020
He will be missed by everyone. He’s at rest with his beautiful wife cathi who was my sister which i still miss everyday.
I loved them both
Love you my wonderful nephews for taking good care of him. Love Aunty virginia
Craig & Denna Faber says:
October 21, 2020
So sorry for your lost. Your Dad was a kind and caring man. We we’re blessed to have known him. Stay close together and speak of him often. He will live in your Hearts forever.
Larry Smouse says:
October 28, 2020
Working for the family is a blessing. But the friendship of the family has made a positive impact
Have to say he is one of the most confident and trusting gentlemen Ive encountered . This is one that nobody can compare.
To the family from mine.
Iam so sorry for the loss.
The lessons he taught go deep and was earned.
Stay strong and never forget.
He will always be with us.
Eileen M Croft says:
October 21, 2020
I love you Uncle Bob. You will be Dearly missed by everyone that was in your life. It makes me Numb that god took you so early in life. But he made you an angel to watch over us with Aunt Cathy. Your presents here on earth will be missed but definitely not forgotten.
Love You Always,
Shelly
Jason Isidore says:
October 21, 2020
I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. My mind is filled right now with my many interactions with him over the years. I always enjoyed making him laugh and can see him laughing right now. My clients become some of my best friends and he was one of the good ones!!! I can still remember the excitement he had when the Cubs finally won the world series. He will be missed and my condolences go out to the family especially the 3 brothers. You guys will carry on his legacy and I know he is proud of the men you have become.
Vanessa M. Croft/Keller says:
October 21, 2020
I feel absolutely heart broken from hearing this. i hope you have had an amazing life and by being the most amazing person that god could ever ask for by going through all of your challenges and so much more. Rest In peace and have fun up in heaven i think you will have a good view of the cubs from up there 🙂 -Vanessa
Bill Dickinson says:
October 30, 2020
Sorry to hear about the loss of Bob (Benny). We were fast friends back in the 60’s when we ended up on the same little league baseball team. Our other friends, Bob, and I would play baseball, basketball, or football at my house, his house, or usually in Norridge Park. When I say we quit at sundown, we didn’t always quit at sundown because Bob had a basketball hoop that lit up in his backyard and we would usually still play while it was dark till his mom and dad yelled at us to put the ball away. He will be sorely missed, and I’ll never forget those good times. So sorry for your loss, Gail and Mark.