Robert Pressley

Robert Pressley of Round Lake Beach, IL passed on December 3, 2018.

He was born November 30, 1946 to Alvin and Sarah Pressley. His life was about service and selflessness. He joined the U.S. Army on his 18th birthday and served until 1978. In that same year, he became the first African American police officer in Wheeling, IL. He served with the Wheeling Police Department until his retirement in 2003. Upon his retirement, he formed his own successful detective agency, Genesis Detective Agency.

Robert relished spending time with his family and friends. He always had an infectious smile and he laughed heartily. He was always up for group meals and loud poker games! He loved his family and friends and would do anything for them, even spend his last dollar. He enjoyed life and lived every moment to the fullest, appreciating all the people who surrounded him. Of all his accomplishments, he was most proud of his children and grandchildren who also adored and revered him.

Robert is survived by daughters Michon (Eugene) and Samantha; sons Scott (Gerly) and Craig (Schreeda); and friend for life, Ruby. His grandchildren include Tiffany (Phillip), Richard, Nathan, Amaryah, Scott Jr., Isaiah, Jedallia, Arianna, Brandon, Jadon (Sarah), Eugene, and Jammaul. He enjoyed the love of his great-grandchildren Samuel, Jeremiah, Andraia, Jayden, and Aaliyah; in addition to numerous children of all ages adopted along the way. He also leaves behind his sister Alice and his brothers William (Mary), Tyrone (Gloria), and Alfred. He has a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends who are regarded as family.

He was preceded in death by his father Alvin and mother Sarah, sister Ramona, brothers David and Gerald, and Chong Nyo.

Robert's visitation will begin at 9:00 am on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at Jesus Name Apostolic Church, 150 S Genesee St. Waukegan, IL 60085. His funeral service will begin at 11:00 am at the church. Interment will follow at North Shore Garden of Memories, 1801 Green Bay Rd. North Chicago, IL 60064. For more information please call his daughter, Michon Mayfield, (847) 280-0257.