Roberta M. “Bobbie” Sobieraj, nee Markle, age 84, of Elmhurst, formerly of Taylor, MI; beloved wife of Jerome; loving mother of James (Jacquelyn), Jerome MD (Janet MD), Jeffrey (Carmen), Jane (Gene) Evans and the late infant John; proud grandmother of Julia, Olivia, Stephanie and Jocelyn Sobieraj, Tania (Greg) Schram, Jeffrey and Alexandra Sobieraj and Katherine, Sheila and Molly Evans; cherished great-grandmother of Hayden and Tristan Schram; dear sister of Kay (Patrick) Connelly; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Bobbie was raised in Melvindale, Michigan, and educated at Catholic schools which provided the foundation for her profound faith. Shortly after her high school graduation, she began work at the General Motors Fleetwood plant and met the love of her life, Jerry. They were married for nearly 65 years. They settled in Taylor, Michigan, where they raised their children and were active members of St. Alfred parish. When her children were older, she became a school secretary for the Taylor Public Schools, working in elementary schools over 20 years. Their home on Myler Street became a place where everyone stopped by for Bobbie’s generous hospitality. Many of her children’s friends referred to her as “Aunt Bobbie” because she provided such a loving, welcome environment for everyone. She and Jerry traveled extensively, visiting over 75 countries and all 50 states, and were quite the dancing duo at weddings and parties. Bobbie was a friend to everyone she met, and will be greatly missed by all who loved her. Visitation will be held on Monday, December 28, 2020, 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at Gibbons Funeral Home, 134 South York Road, (½ mile North of Saint Charles Road), Elmhurst. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 9:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Interment Private. The funeral Mass can be viewed remotely through a live stream provided on the Gibbons Funeral Home web site. For further information please call 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com
A Celebration of Life for Bobbie will be planned to be held in Michigan in 2021
**Link for Live Stream here – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuV6ooeKBe4
To reserve a seat for Mass please send name and phone to rsvp@icelmhurst.org
Maryanne Bagley
I will miss you, my special friend.
And until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Maureen Bagley
To Uncle Jerome and The Sobieraj Clan – My deepest condolences to all of you for your loss. Aunt Roberta will be missed.
To Uncle Jerome – I’m sending sincere sympathy to you, My Dear Wuja. I love you with all of my heart. I loved Aunt Roberta with all of my heart. Aunt Bobbie will always hold a special place in our family. You both have been an inspiration to me as a genuine example of your love for each other, your faith in God, and your dedication to our family and our country. Both of you are truly an integral part of our family tree. I’m sure that all of our family and friends feel the same way.
I miss you and I will miss her.
Sending love, prayers, and support always. – Maureen
Monica and Chris Darga
We are very sorry to hear about Aunt Roberta’s passing. What a blessed and fruitful life!
May she rest in peace.
With love,
Monica and Chris
John & Bobbie Turek
Jerry, James, Jerry, Jeffrey, Jane and families:
Bobbie and I offer all of you our sincere condolences. Roberta was truly an amazing wife, mother, grandmother and friend.
Jerry, you and Roberta along with my mom and dad have been the perfect living examples of lifelong friendship and everlasting love. We will fondly remember all of our visits; those in Michigan, here in KC or up in Chicago. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Lou Selvaggio
Jane, deepest sympathy to you, peace, prayers & positive vibes to you & your family~
Gregory Sobieraj
Our deepest sympathies go out to Uncle Harry and the Sobieraj Family. Aunt Roberta had such a unique and spirit filled presence; Always kind and cheerful to us. We now hold on to our great memories and pray that in time your grief will turn to smiles. Take care of yourselves and looking forward to celebrating Aunt Roberta’s wonderful life with you in person.
Love,
Greg and John
Jake
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Aunt Roberta. Uncle Harry, Jimmy, Jerry, Jeff, and Jane – you and your wonderful families will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Jake, Wendy, William and Jillian Rowan
David Evans and Family
Mrs. Sobieraj had a spirit that will surely be missed. Her legacy is the family she and Mr. Sobieraj raised. May that legacy of success, kindness, and family values continue for generations to come.
Patricia M Evans
The world has lost a great lady. The family has lost a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. I am blessed to have known her for almost 30 years. My brother married into a great family, her spirit will live on. She fought the good fight.
Mike and jackie slaviero
Bobbie, you will missed by all your Taylor/myler street friends! Thank you for all your friendship and fun at our parties! You were all so happy with that beautiful smile. We felt honored to be apart of your friend circle. We love you!!!!
Frank Orr
Jerry,
So sorry about Bobbie and I send my sympathy to you and your family. I remember good times many years ago when Gail and I bowled in the same league as you and Bobbie, Fairlane Mixed at T-Bowl. Many nice memories.
Kay Connelly
Bobbie you will be missed so much. Many fine memories of our childhood and all the trips we took together. I cried on your wedding day and thought I loss a sister. I was wrong. I gain a brother-in-law and you both brought 4 lovely children into this world that I have good memories with your family. You always included me in your fun things you did in the neighborhood. I am very thankful for all the things you did for me. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. Love, your sister Kay
Betty Mancina
Dear Jerry, My deepest sympathy to you and to all your family. Bobbie will be missed. I miss her already. Our friendship goes back over 60 years. Two teenagers working at Fleetwood hit it off and friends ever since. Our trips together and all the special times we were together will never be forgotten.
Until we meet again my dear friend you will be in my thoughts and prayers
Love always,
Betty
Betty Mancina
Dear Jerry, My deepest sympathy to you and to all your family. Bobbie will be missed. I miss her already. Our friendship goes back over 60 years. Two teenagers working at Fleetwood hit it off and friends ever since. Our trips together and all the special times we were together will never be forgotten.
Until we meet again my dear friend you will be in my thoughts and prayers
Love always
Betty
Anita Zoratti
My heartfelt sympathy to the Sobieraj family, and a sad farewell to my dear friend.
Bernadetta Reglinskie
Our deepest condolence to Uncle Hieronim, James, Jerry, Jeffrey, Jane and families.May Aunt Roberta rest in peace.
With love, Bernadetta, Christopher and Chris Reglinski
Gerri Bensmiller
Bobbie shared her whole heart and soul to me, as I did too. A deep friendship and love I will cherish until we meet again with the Lords Blessing. We could be mischievous but with humor and love. Missing her for now and always – love Gerri
Jeannine LeBoeuf
My Love to you Grandpa Jerry! Aunt Bobbie was the Best! The memories I carry are Countless! I sure will miss my phone calls with her! But…. I’ll still have them with You!!
I Love All of You!! My Heartfelt Prayers are with You!!! ❤️
Piotr Nowakowski and Family
We are deeply saddened by the news of Roberta’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Remembering her wonderful and gentle soul will forever remain in our hearts. – Piotr, Anna, Jeffrey, Sara & Manny
Joan Gebhardt
I am so sorry to read about the passing of Bobbie. We worked together at Waring elementary school. She was loved by all students, parents, teachers, and myself. Rest in peace Bobbie!
Sincerely,
Joan Gebhardt
Ann & Rich DeSandre
We will miss you, dear friend, and we will keep you in our daily prayers. You will be with us always,we love you like a sister.
Patti Cain
My thoughts and prayers are with you
Denise (Bonkowski) lesniak
Such fond memories of her from my childhood to working with her in my adult years at Taylor school district..my condolences to her family ..she will surely be missed
Timothy J. Czajka
Harry, my heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I am sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of you and Bobbie. You were good to me.
I remember you and your sisters rolling up the carpet in the dining room and dancing to polkas. I remember the craps games after noon mass at St. Hedwig. The Lockwood house is still standing! I’m still living in it! The bike you gave me was my first and had the best seat! I transferred it to other bikes. So many good memories. Take care, Harry!
Michael and Yvonne Cleaver
The block party in Heaven just became a little more fun and interesting. Rest in Peace Mrs Sobieraj, Myler St and I will always miss you.
Tom Cleaver
I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Please accept our condolences and may our prayers help comfort you. I will never forget his kindness. May God give him eternal rest and the family the strength to bear the great pain.
Doris Plourde
My condolences to her family and especially Jerry her husband. Bobbie will be missed and we at the Rosary group hope that he can continue.
Nancy LaPaglia & Doris Plourde
We will miss her our condolences to the family.
Paul Gapa
Dear MR. Sobieraj And Family,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. I’ll remember being welcome anytime at the house on Myler.
I’ll always remember a smile on her face and kindness. I’m sure she will be missed tremendously.
Paul Gapa
Gloria McGarvey
I loved Bobbie. We clicked the first time we met. It wasn’t “work” when we worked together. We laughed, cried and commiserated. I am so sorry for all of you. She will be missed. I’m sending caring thoughts and prayers. Heaven will be organized now!