Robert Donald Molnar

Robert (Bob) Molnar was born and raised in Aurora, Il. He graduated from East Aurora High School in 1951, and married his sweetheart of almost 75 years on September 15, 1951, who recently passed on June 20, 2026. Bob joined the Naval Reserve from 1958-65 with his best friend. Besides working several different jobs through the years, Bob joined the Aurora Fire Department in 1957. After 28 years of service, Bob retired as Lieutenant and started his next chapter of retirement by moving to Cape Coral, FL.

Bob is survived by his daughter, Joyce Ann (Rudy) Gerhardt; granddaughter, Jennifer Elaine (Jim) Stetser; great grandson, Robert John Rudolph (Liz) Molnar and daughters, Bella and Artemis; brother, Louis (Jolene) Molnar and many nieces and nephews.

Bob is preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Elaine Molnar; parents, George and Juliana Molnar, brothers, George Jr, Mike, Nick, John, and sisters, Florence and Marilyn.

Throughout his life, Bob shared countless stories, from his childhood through his adult years. His tales from the fire department, in particular, were cherished by everyone who knew him. For all who heard them, his memories will live on in their hearts.

Firefighters Prayer Written by A.W. “Smokey” Linn

“When I am called to duty, God wherever flames may rage, give me strength to save a life whatever be its age. Help me to embrace a little child before it’s too late, or save an older person from the horror of that fate. Enable me to be alert and hear the weakest shout, and quickly and efficiently to put the fire out. I want to fill my calling and give the best in me, to guard my neighbor and protect his property. And if according to Your will I have to lose my life, please bless with Your protecting hand my children and my wife.”