Robert Todd Meifert, husband, father, son, brother, uncle, coach, and galactic hero, passed away
on January 24, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family.

Bob was a devoted, loving, and fiercely supportive husband and father who loved his family
loudly and unapologetically. No one could question where his loyalty lay - he proudly
proclaimed that he loved his life. His twisted sense of humor made him absolutely "f-----g
hilarious," and he was equally proud of being an all-around pain in the ass to those he loved
most.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Suzanne M. Meifert; his mother, Barbara Hutchinson; and
his children: Diane M. Meifert and her husband CJ Westlake, Kimberly A. Meifert, Alison N.
Meifert and her fiancée Austin Moser, and Robert Todd Meifert III. He is also survived by his
sister, Michele Vespo and her husband Maurice Vespo, along with numerous nieces and
nephews.

A good-old-fashioned South Side Chicago guy, Bob was proudly Polish, a lifelong White Sox fan
(and former season-ticket holder), a devoted Parrot Head, and a long-time Nifast employee. He
was a bird watcher, a Pokémon master, a Great Pyrenees enthusiast, and an arborist who
appreciated his apple trees almost as much as he appreciated making mischief for those who
surrounded him.

Bob's involvement in local organizations was never about titles or recognition - it was simply
another way he showed his love for his family. If his wife or children were part of something,
Bob was right there too. He volunteered his time with the Knights of Columbus, served two
terms as president of the Panthers Sports Club, and was a member of the parish council finance
committee, not out of obligation, but because that's where his family was. He coached youth
sports for all four of his children in softball, volleyball, and baseball, turning long practices,
games, and meetings into yet another way to be present, supportive, and unwaveringly devoted.

Bob lived fiercely, loved deeply, laughed (and sneezed) loudly, and left an impression
everywhere he went. He will be missed beyond measure and remembered always for his loyalty,
his humor, his stubbornness, his bald head, and the immense love he gave to those lucky enough
to know him.

A visitation will be held on Monday, February 2 from 10:00–11:00 a.m., followed by a Mass at
11:00 a.m., at Christ the Servant Catholic Church in Woodridge.