Robert L. Teets, Jr., 78, of Forest Park, Illinois, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024 at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood. Robert, fondly known as Bob, was born in Cumberland, MD in 1945 to the late Clara and Robert L. Teets, Sr. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years Audrey Teets and children Kristina (John) Teets-Kanzia and Robert E. Teets (Kathryn Koenig).
Bob and Audrey met at Proviso East High School in Maywood, and married on August 14, 1971. Bob proudly served in the United States Army, and was honorably discharged in October 1971. He cherished his 35+ year career with the Village of Forest Park, serving as Village Mechanic, Firefighter/Inspector, and Code Enforcement. He retired in 2010 as Director of Health and Safety.
Bob was preceded in death by his sisters Eleanor (John) McNerney (2012) and Ruth Ostwall (2013).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Info. 708-366-2200 or www.ZimmermanHarnett.com.
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