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Robert “Bob” Perales was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2009. He was the epitome of a family man full of life. He worked in a creamery making butter for 33 years. He enjoyed his job and believed in being a hard worker. When Bob wasn’t working he loved camping! Countless times he took his family camping which were some of the funniest times of our lives. Along with camping he loved fishing, hunting and watching Cubs! Bob retired from work in 2008. After Bob’s Parkinson’s diagnosis in 2009 he remained optimistic. For the next sixteen years he continued to live life to the fullest. With the help of his loving wife and family, he always stayed active doing the things he loved. The last five years of his life were the most trying. Independence became a struggle. However he always had his wife by his side, including family to give him the best care. In April 2024 Bob succumbed to Parkinson’s leaving a lasting legacy for his family to cherish.