Robert A. Engelbretsen
Of Arlington Heights

Robert A. Engelbretsen was born February 29, 1924 in Chicago to Oscar and Agnes (nee Jensen) Engelbretsen. He died on Monday, March 1, 2010 in Arlington Heights.

Robert worked for AT&T for over 50 years. He served during WWII in the Army and saw significant service in the Pacific campaigns in New Guinea and the Philippines and was a member of the VFW, a member of the Golden Golfers, and a member of the Gourmet Group. He was an avid bowler and enjoyed playing cards with his friends.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Millie (nee Berg) Engelbretsen whom he married on October 23, 1948; his daughter, Kristine (Michael) Ford; his grandson, Ryan Stevens, and his many nieces and nephews.

Robert is preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Patricia Stevens; and his brother, Donald.

Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Thursday, March 4, 2010 and from 10:00 AM until time of funeral service at 11:00 AM Friday, March 5, 2010 at the Glueckert Funeral Home, Ltd., 1520 N. Arlington Heights Road, (4 blocks south of Palatine Road) Arlington Heights. Interment is private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to The Lutheran Home and Services, 800 W. Oakton St., Arlington Heights, IL 60004.

 

Glueckert Funeral Home

(847) 253-0168

1520 North Arlington Heights Road

Arlington Heights, IL 60004