Beyond the Bench is a monthly feature to get to know more about judges and justices in Illinois, beyond their legal duties.
Name: Bobbi Petrungaro
Title: Circuit Judge
Circuit or Judicial District: 12th
Judicial Circuit
What are you looking forward to this summer?
Lots of fun with friends and family! Also we have a vacation coming up with our adult children and that should be a great time!
What is your favorite food at a barbecue?
I love sweets – so I am all there for the cookies, cakes and pies!
Do you prefer a day lounging by the pool or on the beach? Why?
The beach - I love the lake and the sand but, to be fair, would also take a day by a pool too!
What is your favorite sport to play?
Basketball, but I am severely out of basketball shape. I love all sports and really enjoy playing pickleball, tennis and baseball. Bags too!
Which historical figure do you admire most and why?
I’ve read some fascinating historical fiction, based on true stories, of women who were spies and codebreakers in World War II. So very interesting to hear about their contributions.
What was the greatest day of your life so far?
This one is hard to choose. Wedding, days of my children’s births – every day is a gift.
When was the last time you tried something new? What was it, and did you enjoy it?
I ziplined off a mountain in California, which was amazing.