Robert Joseph Walesa

Robert (Bob) Walesa was united with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 10:05 A.M.

Born on September 24, 1967 in Evergreen Park, IL, to Joseph and Georgette Walesa. Bob grew up in Chicago and the Chicago suburbs.

At 17 years old, he met the love of his life, Janet. Two months later, he left forAir Force boot camp where he served in active duty for 5 years and later transitioned into the Air National Guard for 15 years. Throughout his time in the military, Bob and Janet had a long distance relationship until they got married in 1994. They were married for 32 years. God blessed Bob and Janet with 3 wonderful children.

Bob began his civilian career as an aircraft maintenance technician with American Airlines and later with Southwest Airlines. In 2010, Bob and his family moved to Texas.

Bob is survived by his wife, Janet, his children, Sarah (Branden) Hill, Emma Walesa, and Noah (Sierra) Walesa, his siblings, Keith (Jeanette) Walesa, Crissy (Adam) Jacobson, and Joe (Kristen Jacobson) Walesa, aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

Bob was a loving husband and father and a dear friend to many. He also had a deep relationship with his Savior Jesus Christ and was a member of Regency Baptist Church where he ministered to others by sending daily Bible verses and giving a monthly devotional on the names and attributes of God

In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to Regency Baptist Church in Arlington, TX and include "Bob Walesa" in the memo.