Robert J. Salbego

"Bob"

Age 85, late of Lemont passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. Born in Joliet, raised in Lockport, and a resident of Lemont since 1964. A proud United States Vietnam Army Veteran. 1957 graduate of Lockport Township High School. Bob was an avid Green Bay Packers fan, White Sox fan, and dedicated many years to coaching little league and senior league baseball. He enjoyed camping, fishing, boating, and vacationing in Green Lake, WI. Above all else he cherished spending time with his family and friends.

Preceded in death by his beloved son, Rob Salbego (2006); his parents, John and Josephine (Nee Kubera) Salbego; and one brother, Jim Salbego.

Survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Barbara (Nee Lucheon) Salbego; one loving daughter, Diane Salbego; daughter-in-law, Mary Salbego; four cherished grandchildren, Nicole (Joe) Vukits, Kathleen (Sean) Costa, and Andrew and Jack Salbego; three adored great grandchildren, Oliver, Miles, and Spencer Costa; sister-in-law, Joan Salbego; and numerous other cherished family members and dear friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Children's Research Hospita l, and Shriners Children's Hospital in Bob's name would be greatly appreciated.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 26, 2024, in the O'Neil Funeral Home Chapel 1105 E. 9th St. Lockport, IL 60441 from 3:00pm until 7:00pm and again on Saturday, January 27, 2024, from 10:00am until time of Funeral Service at 11:00am. Entombment following service at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Justice.