Bob's Family:  Please accept our sympathy at this sad time. Sometimes you can't find the right words to express our feelings , but one of my favorite Irish quotes that I consider heart warming and consoling is: Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,Love leaves a memory no one can steal.  All I can say to the family. We are here for you and yours whenever, wherever,for whatever . Love and prayers to the family. Terrence Michael Harty. 63rd. St. friend. God Speed

Bob "Buynan" Ahrens on one of the fishing trips.

Bob gave Isaiah his first official Trick-or-Treat.

I met Bob in 2007 when we moved next door. To say that he was a good neighbor would be an understatement, he was a great friend.  A week didn’t go by where I didn’t call him from work asking him if he could “check to see if I turned the iron off”, “check to see if I locked the door”, or “did I unplug my curling iron”.   I always got a “sure Con, I’ll go take a look”.   
He was one of the best men I’ve ever met. The love that he had for his family was palpable and my world is just so much sadder knowing that Bob isn’t on this planet any more.   I will truly miss him, but I am positive he’s in Heaven with long lost family and friends and looking down on all of us smiling. While his life wasn’t always easy, it was a good life filled with tons of love and laughter.  I’ll miss ya buddy.

Miss my brother already.  He was a great dad, father and brother.

Oh Papa, I could write a million books on all the memories we’ve created and all the things you have taught me. You were always there when others weren’t and you did everything you possibly could for me and more. I wish there was an actual recorded video of the cooking “shows” me, you,  and grandma would make when I was little! Or your “Howie's Huge Breakfast” you would make whenever we slept over or on vacation. Most Importantly, I will never forget the loyalty you had to your family. You would do anything for any of us- and we will always do the same for you.

Memories!  We have a boatload of great memories.  Wisconsin Dells, Disney World, Fishing trips, B&B weekends, Santa Claus and more—Bob's laugh, smile, and exclamations (I won't print those.) What a life!  Thanks, Bob, for great memories!  
It's hard to understand why Bob is taken from us but find comfort in knowing Lorry, Kelly, Theresa, and family, you were a special part of a well-lived life.
Love,
John and Peg

When will the fish bit?  Bob and Family enjoyed their fishing.

I always enjoyed my time with you because we spoke the same language.  Your in good hands now

Theresa and family - I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet dad. Sending you lots of hugs and comforting prayers. 

Love, 
Katie & Vince Lacny and girls

Bob was my father-in-law for over 20 years. He was always easy to talk to and quick with a joke.  He was great company and always had a good story to tell. Whenever we needed help with our house or with the girls,  Bob never hesitated, and I loved lending a hand to him as well. He was an amazing father and Papa and we’ll all miss him dearly. 

Nick at night

I will miss Uncle Bob for the one of a kind heroic person he was, ever since we met him as little kids on 64th & Fairfield.  

You never left his presence without feeling better , he always met you where you were no matter your mood or if he was experiencing misfortune.  This generosity of spirit was a bespoke quality that is purely Heaven-sent.  We are so very lucky to have been given the beautiful gift of God that Uncle Bob was.

My heart is outstretched with compassion to everyone he touched, especially the family and dear friends.

Bob, Dear Friend 
How many laughs did we have! Too many to count. Like the little puppet that kept showing up at every antique store. Or you correcting me when I told the store owner you were my father. You lit up the room when you arrived at any family gathering. Your one liners like Christmas Turkey always made everyone laugh. Bob, you came into the Family as a brother-in-law, but you were always a brother. Your friend and brother, Jim.

Uncle Bob, you were everything  an Uncle could be and more. You were such an inspiration to me. I will miss you so much.

You are the best Papa anyone could’ve ever asked for. Always loved by everyone and you will never be forgotten. 
Love you Papa ❤️

There will not be a day that goes by that you will not be in my thoughts. I am grateful for the times we had, and for the love you gave me. I will miss you so much, and I couldn't be more proud to be your daughter. 
I Love you ❤️

We are so very sorry for your  loss. Our family is thinking of you during this difficult time. May your memories bring you some comfort. 
With Sympathy, 
The McHugh Family

Thank you for being our Papa and for giving us so many good times that turned into loving memories, which we can cherish forever. I will always remember weekend sleepovers and dinners at Cracker Barrel. Thank you for always taking us antiquing, day trips to Lake Geneva, and surprising us with ice cream sundae’s. Love you Papa, I’ll miss you.

Thank you for teaching me so much, for helping me when I needed it, for supporting us and being such an amazing Papa. I will miss listening to you tell me all about your favorite cars. I will miss listening to 60’s music in the car with you and Grandma on antiquing trips, and I’ll especially miss hearing your laugh. I love you Papa.

Bob,

You were more than a great brother in law, you were a true brother and a real friend to Jack and I.   You will be missed very much, but will remain in your hearts and prayers forever.

Rest in peace, Bob.

Love,

Jack and Nancy.

Where do I begin?  I knew Bob longer than anyone else - he was my wonderful brother!  From the time we were little kids, then grammar school, then (the same high  school -graduating the same year), then adulthood - we were very close.  He always had my back and I always had his.  The picture is fuzzy because it's now pasted on a collage, but this is Bob when he was 16.  I had to iron at least a dozen of his shirts each week so he would look good in his black leather jacket - and look at that black curly hair!

I loved Bob for a million reasons - just the best guy ever!!  He loved life, and life loved him back with so many other people.  He brought happiness to everyone who knew him.

One of my favorite stories was when Bob came to my mom's house on Christmas Eve dressed as Santa Claus.  Two of my young children were there and Bob wanted to surprise them - looking like Santa.  He rang the bell and Brian (age 5 then), opened the door saying, "Hi Uncle Bob!"  Bob was speechless and to this day, we still laugh about it.  

God took one of the best and I know he's waiting for me and others to join him whenever God will allow it.  I love you and miss you Bob!

Uncle Bob, it has been an honor to be your niece. Thank you so much for being a positive role model throughout my life, doing your best to fill in where my Father was lacking. Thank you for always fixing our furnace and car and anything else that would break at what seemed to be the worst possible time to break. Theresa said it best, you made everything better and I am so sad that you're gone from this life but so grateful you are resting with God and no longer in pain or confused. I'll always remember you and the amazing person you were. Your smile and laughter will stay with me always. I will always remember our conversations about cars, the time you picked me up in high school and took me for a ride in the classic car you had fully restored and finding me my very first car and a few cars after that. Our conversations about everything and nothing, playing pictionary and laughing so hard my stomach hurt. How you and Aunt Lorry always welcomed me for holiday dinners. The way your eyes lit up when you laughed or were about to eat some sweets. I'll miss running into you in Jewel and talking about what we were cooking and exchanging recipe tips. Most of all I'll miss your hugs, the way you would say "hey Al" and just the funny, loving, selfless man you were. Until we meet again. Love always

You made everything better. You had the best sense of humor, and were always such a good sport. You gave all of us unconditional love and full support always. You never complained once and fought till the very end. Love you and I’ll miss you always. Rest In Peace dad. ❤️

Uncle Bob always brought a smile to our faces, warmed our hearts, and filled the room with nothing but laughter with his awesome sense of humor.  When we meet again, Let’s Do Lunch Uncle Bob. 
Love,
Jen, Jason, Connor, Colin, and Cian

Love you papa you will forever be missed But never forgotten. I'm going to miss your amazing personality that lights up every room. Most importantly I thank you for all the things you have taught me. Especially how to fish which was one of my favorites to learn from you. All of those trips we took together to Wisconsin, and Minnesota even the day trips will always be a core memory to me. Love you, papa, You will forever be my fishing buddy.

To Mrs Ahrens and family

Our families have been neighbors for a very long time.

There are so many stories to tell which would overload this website.  

All I wish to say is God Bless Mr Ahrens (Bob), may he rest in peace, h e was very  good to my mom in the beginning/ending  stages of her illness and I will never forgot that.   

He was a very kind and generous man.  He loved his family with all his heart.  He was always ready to lend a helping hand to his neighbors.

God Bless Mr Ahrens 

Love,
Cathy (Lynch)Lange

Lorry, Kelly, Theresa, and all the  grandchildren, we are so deeply sorry for your loss. Bob was such a wonderful funny man and i am so blessed to have known him. He was so full of life and always the life of the party. He will surely be missed by so many and our hearts are breaking for you all. Sending lots of hugs and prayers to you all.

Dearest Lorry, Kelly and Theresa, 
We are so sorry to hear about Bob's passing. He was a wonderful man who always had something funny to say and make everyone feel special.  He will be missed greatly. We will remember him always with happy memories. 
Love,
Beverly, Tammy and Family

Mrs. Ahrens, Kelly and Theresa, my deepest sympathies for all of you. He was such a good man, who gave us all many deep belly laughs. He will be so deeply missed, and we are sending all the prayers and hugs your way. ❤️

Love,
Kara Caruso, Brooke and Nora

I'm so sorry for your loss
May you all find comfort that he is at peace 

Love always the Cantillon family

OBITUARY

Robert Leo Ahrens

July 30, 1944 – October 10, 2024

Blake-Lamb Funeral Home

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