Robert “Bob” William Heitzman passed away peacefully on February 12, 2023 surrounded by family. Bob was born on April 14, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois to Bernice and Robert Heitzman. Bob led a fulfilling life in his 86 years with a successful career and a love for laughter and adventure with family and friends. Bob attended Austin High School in Chicago and graduated with a B.A. in English from Northwestern University and a passion for journalism and writing. During this time, he served six and a half years part-time in the US Army Reserves. Bob had a long career at Packaging Digest, as the Editor-in-Chief, and then Publisher of this leading trade magazine for the packaging industry. Beyond his respected writing and speeches, his position provided him (and often his wife, Della) to travel to many different countries around the world. During their 63 years of marriage, Bob and Della cherished strong family and friend connections, valued a mutual appreciation of music, and engaged in various community service activities. Their journey together began shortly after high school--with stops in Oak Park and Edison Park--followed by their long-time residence in Park Ridge where they raised their three daughters. They later moved to Fontana, WI, where they enjoyed golfing and spending memorable times in the Lake Geneva area. For the last several years, they resided in Des Plaines.
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