Robert L. Bausano, age 81, of Joliet, passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2014, at his home, after a courageous struggle with many illnesses throughout the past few months. Born March 22, 1933 in Joliet. Robert 'Bob' was the son of Louis and Catherine (Stiglich) Bausano He was raised and educated in Joliet and went on to honorably serve in the U.S. Army in the Korean War. Robert is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Donna M. (Nee Gerlt) Bausano, his children, Susan (Ken) Watson of Morris and Mark Bausano of Joliet. Eight grandchildren Lauren (Jason) Spang of Manteno, Lindsey (Josh) Geiss of Morris, Ken Watson of Chicago, Brandon Bausano of Mountain Home, AR., Dustin Ehrhardt,of Taylorville, Il Zachary Schuman, Brandon Schuman and Anthony Bausano all of Joliet. Six great-grandchildren, Emma, Sophia and Ryan Geiss and Olivia, Ava and Ella Spang. Two sisters, Vivian (the late Raymond) Richardi of Joliet and Mary Kay (John) Brozovich of Minooka, as well as numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Robert is preceded in death by his son Robert J. Bausano (2004) and grandson Bryan R. Bausano (2014) and his parents. Bob''s grandchildren and great grandchildren always brought a smile to his face. Bob was an avid sports fan and especially loved his St. Louis Cardinals The family wishes to express their sincerest gratitude for all of Bob''s excellent loving care he received at Waterford Estates in Hazelcrest, IL and Vitas Hospice in Tinley Park, IL. The family will receive friends at the Woodlawn Funeral Home in Joliet Sunday, November 23, 2014 from 1pm to 3pm. Interment will be private at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.