Robert “Bud” “Papa” Thiel, of Channahon, IL, age 66, at peace with the Lord, after a courageous battle with cancer. Devoted husband of 40 years to Delores “Lorrie”, nee Weber; father of Susan (Leo) Kiebles of Crestwood, George (Susann) Thiel of N.Y. and Lori (Chuck) Grimm of Minooka; grandfather of Steven Kiebles, Carolyn and Malarie Thiel, Brandon and Cameron Grimm; many faithful friends. Employed by Northfolk Southern RailRoad for 39 years. Served in the U.S. Army Reserves. Funeral services from the Westwood Memorial Chapel, 3201 W. Jefferson Street, Joliet, Tuesday, April 9, 2002, at 9:45 a.m. to St. Anne Church, Channahon, Mass 10:30 a.m. Visitation Monday 2 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society. For info 815-725-0100
