Robert W. Hynes, age 91 years, resident of Palos Hills passed away peacefully at his home on February 5, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of the late Vivian nee Gorski, he is survived by his son Mark, daughter Vicki and husband Bill and Granddaughter Braxton, and sister Delores Mercier and younger brother Larry . He was in MSU Spartan , Big 10 swimming champion and one of Chicago's most enthusiastic sport fans. He and his lovely "Bride" Vivian , who he will be once again, enjoyed their "Hummer's Hideaway" in Michigan, for many memorable and enjoyable years. We will miss you but " you will always be in our heart...because in there you are still alive." Family and friends will gather for a Memorial Visitation on Monday, February 13, 2023 10:00a.m. until time of Memorial Mass 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, Palos Hills, IL Interment will be private at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery