Robert “Bob” Vida

Robert "Bob" Vida, age 71, of La Grange Park, beloved husband of Alice , nee Simmons; devoted father of Dr. Rita (Karl) Odegaard, Robert "Jeff"(Julie) Vida, Renee (Paul) Brizz and Joseph (Michele) Vida; cherished "PaPa" of Dan, Sarah and Bobby Vida; Mia, Charlie and Bella Brizz; Nikki and Erik Odegaard; loving brother of Joseph (Joan) Vida; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews; cousin to many; Visitation Thursday, September 4, 2008, 3P.M. to 9 P.M. and September 5, 2008, 9:15 A.M. to 9:45 A.M. and funeral 9:45 A.M. at Hitzeman Funeral Home Ltd. 9445 W. 31st St. Brookfield. Funeral Mass 10:30 A.M. at St. Francis Xavier Church, La Grange. Entombment at Resurrection Cemetery. Bob was a self taught carpenter who labored and dedicated his life to the betterment of his family. He was an avid boater, model train enthusiast and White Sox fan. Information 708-485-2000 or www.HitzemanFuneral.com