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.
Jason Isidore says:
October 22, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss guys. I am still in shock. My mind is filled with my many visits and conversations over the years. I always enjoyed making you laugh and our conversations were always fun. I was so excited for you when your lifelong dream of seeing the Cubs win the World Series came true. You will be missed by many and you were one of the real good ones. You were not only a great client but also a friend. I know how proud you were of your 3 boys and your legacy will be carried on with them. Bobby, Andy, and Dan you guys are in my thoughts. I will miss you Bob!!!
Mary says:
October 22, 2020
From bill and mary boehm we are deeply sorry for your loss. Bob was a great guy
Steve Talor says:
October 22, 2020
To Bob Andy and Danny. I’m writing this condolences from Steve Taylor. He is so sad about his passing.
He said he is very sorry.
Your dad was a wonderful man to know…… With his love from Steve Taylor.
Mr./Mrs. Eugene A. Madison, Jr. and Family says:
October 23, 2020
Bob was a kind, respectful, and friendly man. He loves his family and was a good father and teacher to them, demonstrating good, working ethics value and respect for other peoples’. Bob often spent quality time with his sons and raised them in a loving home. When I knew Bob, he always treated my family and me as we were old friends who he had not seen or heard from for years. Many other people will miss him; however, I will remember the kindness and welcoming greeting he approached me upon meeting him for the first time.
With our deepest sympathy and love to his family,
Mr./Mrs. Eugene A. Madison, Jr.
John 5:24—Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.
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.