South Cook News

Robert M. Bickham, aged 70, passed away peacefully. He was the beloved friend and lifelong love of Mary Bickham, nee Greene. Bickham was the devoted father of Robert, Michael, and Lisa Bickham, and the proud grandfather of Matthew and Luke Bickham. He was the cherished son of the late Francis and Mary Bickham, and the loving brother of Claire Blanton, Jack Bickham, and the late William, James, and Tom Bickham. Bickham is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The funeral service is scheduled for Thursday at Curley Funeral Home in Chicago Ridge, followed by a Mass at St. Christina Church and interment at St. Mary Cemetery. Bob retired as a Senior Vice-president from Hart Schaffner & Marx after 32 years. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. For funeral information, contact (708) 422-2700 or visit www.curleyfuneralhome.com.

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