Robert E. Breihan
Of Arlington Heights
 
Robert E. Breihan was born November 25, 1926 in Milwaukee, WI to Theobald and Anna (nee Mueller) Breihan.  He died December 13, 2013 in Maryville, IL.
 
Robert worked first as a teacher, then later on as a banker. He had a Master’s degree in music, particularly organ music. He played the organ for St. Mark Lutheran Church for 33 years. He also had built a pipe organ in his home, where he occasionally gave performances. He had a deep love for his family and his music.
 
Robert is survived by his grandchildren Elizabeth, Mathew (McKenzie) and Amanda; his great grandson Jack.
 
Robert is preceded in death by his wife Ruth (nee Knaak) Breihan, his son Robert, Jr. (Jeannette) Breihan; his siblings Armin, Theobald, Lois, and Melinda and by his parents.
 
Visitation Friday, December 20, 2013 from 10:00 AM until time of service at 11:00 AM at the Glueckert Funeral Home, Ltd., 1520 N. Arlington Heights Road, (4 blocks south of Palatine Road) Arlington Heights.  Interment at Arlington Heights Wheeling Township Cemetery.
 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to American Heart Assn. /American Stroke Assn., Memorials & Tributes 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674.


 

 

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Arlington Heights, IL 60004
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