Obituaries
Robert (Bob) Kent Chalberg
August 14, 1947 - June 28, 2025

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VISITATION
July 5, 2025 | 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. -
Yurs Funeral Home
1771 West State Street
Geneva, Illinois - Funeral
- July 5, 2025 | 3:00 P.M.
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Yurs Funeral Home
1771 West State Street
Geneva, Illinois -
Burial Location
Private
Robert (Bob) Kent Chalberg, 77, of Geneva, Illinois, died on Saturday, June 28th. He had a spirited personality and was loved by all who knew him, especially his wife of 55 years.
Born on August 14, 1947, in Geneva, Illinois to the late Lorraine (Brinkman) and Kenneth Chalberg, Bob grew up in Geneva, Illinois with his sister Kathy (Chalberg) Bleck. He graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign where he studied accounting and met his wife Judy (Jeskie) Chalberg.
Bob was an avid sports fan, devoted to the Fighting Illini, Chicago Cubs, and Chicago Bulls. He also enjoyed watching cycling and golf. He had a lifelong love for the Beatles, whose music brought him great joy. A dedicated CPA, he was passionate about his work and took great pride in spending time in his office seven days a week.
Bob is survived by his wife: Judy of Geneva; daughter: Angela (Mark) Chalberg Pool of Geneva; granddaughter: Melissa Pool of Geneva; sister: Kathy (Jerry) Bleck of Geneva; nieces: Laura Bleck of Geneva and Lisa (Nick) Murphy of Winter Garden, FL; and his sisters- and brothers-in-law: Barbara Bowles of Ashville, OH, Jim (Pat) Jeskie of Cape Coral, FL, Larry (Dolores) Jeskie of Marmaduke, AR, Leanne (Steve) Hill of Mt. Vernon, OH, and Jill Herrara of Geneva; and numerous other nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister- and brother-in-law Betty (Ron) Hall and Wally Jeskie.
Family and friends will gather for visitation at 1:00-3:00 P.M. Saturday, July 5th followed by a service at 3:00 P.M. at Yurs Funeral Home of Geneva, 1771 W. State Street, Geneva, IL 60134.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob’s honor may be made to the Anderson Animal Shelter of South Elgin, the Geneva History Museum or the University of Illinois Foundation.
For more information, please call Yurs Funeral Home of Geneva, 630.232.7337 or visit yursfuneralhomes.com.
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Jan Vollmer from St. Charles, IL
"Judy, I’m so sorry to hear about Bob’s passing. He was one of the oldest cousins from my mom’s side of the family that we would get together with which was such a treat. As a kid & the youngest of our family, I was always amazed how considerate he was. I never expected that, & it continued thru adulthood. May he rest in peace."
Duncan & Mary Fiedler from Geneva, IL
"Trusted friend and advisor for 30 plus years. What a wonderful guy, and family. We will miss you Bob! Rest in peace my friend."
Geoffrey Frasz from Las Vegas, NV
"Bob was a close friend throughout high school. I remember playing basketball and softball at the Lencionis year round. And what a great thing to have a 55 year marriage with Judy. I am gladhis family will have over a half century of memories."
Karl & Sally Singer from Barrington Hills, IL
"Judy, We were so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We knew Bob both in business and in our personal lives. He was our accountant for many years. I'll never forget the trip to Europe and also the fun Christmas parties we shared. We have great memories. He will be missed. Rest in Peace ."
Gloria Porter from Oswego, IL
"My sincere condolences to Judy, Angela, Mark, Melissa and the rest of Bob's family. Bob was such a kind and giving boss to me and I appreciated that he took a chance on hiring me 8 1/2 years ago. He will be very much missed by all of us at the office and by his clients. Rest in Peace Bob."
Kathy Gilmore from Aurora , IL
"I'm heartbroken to hear of Bob's passing. He was one of my first friends in the building- always kind (he saved me several times when I got locked out!) and always full of good humor. We often kept similar hours, and he would joke that I kept "accounting hours" too. Over time Bob became not just a trusted advisor, but friend - handling our family taxes and later our business with utmost care and integrity. I will really miss him. Sending love and strength to you and your family, Judy and to his work family, Nan, Gloria and team. Sincerely your friends at VIA and GCAMP."
Michael Damhauser from Huntley, IL
"Bob was a great guy and will be missed. He was our trusted accountant for 45years. I will miss his easy going, fun and welcoming personality. I'm so glad our paths crossed so many years ago."
Bob Sunleaf from St. Charles, IL and Denton, TX, TX
"I was shocked and saddened to hear of Bob's passing. He was our family and my business CPA from the beginning. But even before that, he was my baseball coach back in the late 60's....all great memories! Always enjoyed our occasional chats and updates on each of our families, and of course his annual predictions as to where the Illini would finish up in March Madness. He will be missed. My thoughts are with Judy and his family (home and office.)"
Bill Hupp from Glen Ellyn, IL
"Condolences to Bob's family and his colleagues at his accounting firm., I was very saddened to hear of Bob's passing. He was a fine accounting professional, thoughtful and kind even under the inevitable stress of helping people with their taxes under deadlines. He clearly loved his work, the sign of a master craftsman. I am sure he was an important part of his client's success as he was for our company."
Cynthia Hattis from Evanston,, IL
"I am so sad to hear of Bob's passing. I just now heard in August. He was a wonderful accountant and person. So helpful and kind. Sorely missed! Condolences to family."