Robert Sheldon

Obituary of Robert Sheldon

Robert W. Sheldon, Printer, and Bagpiper was born in Chicago, 2/7/1931 and passed away, 3/25/2022 with his family nearby.

Following high school, he played baseball with the Philadelphia Phillies and then joined the Marine Corps.

He is predeceased by his first wife, Barbara and daughter, Julie. Survivors include his wife of 28 years, Linda Sheldon, son Jim Sheldon, daughter Jennifer Podlogar, and 5 grandchildren: Nicholas, Stephen and Elizabeth Podlogar and Glenn Sheldon.

Bob was an accomplished bagpiper and entertained at many golf functions, parties, and events. Bob and his wife enjoyed many years skiing, playing bagpipes, drumming, sailing, racing on Lake Michigan, golfing and riding their Harley Davidsons. What a grand life!

His life was filled with fun and love and he left his mark on all of his family and everyone he met.

A celebration of life will be on Saturday, 4/23/22 at their home starting at 11:00 AM and another in Chicago at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Hospice House in Sun City Center or the charity of your choice.

 

 

 

 

 

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