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Robert L. Hartung
Robert L. Hartung, Jr., 62, of Carlyle and formerly of Edwardsville, died on Wednesday, April 3, 2019, at his home.
Mr. Hartung was born on July 27, 1956, in East St. Louis, Illinois, a son of Robert and Marilyn (Bowler) Hartung, Sr. He married Mary Krotz at Lyerla Lake Farm on Dec. 15, 1990, and she survives in Carlyle.
In addition to his wife Mary, Mr. Hartung is also survived by his son, Hunter Hartung and wife Maddie of Carlyle; a brother, Richard Sukup and wife Mimi of Dallas, Texas; three sisters, Julie Fore and husband Richard of Edwardsville, Illinois, Marci White of Sacramento, California, and Pam Kunz of East Alton, Illinois. Bob is also survived by many nieces, nephews, in-laws, and friends.
Mr. Hartung was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Carlyle. He retired from the Boilermaker Local 363 in 2011. Bob was an avid hunter and fisherman who enjoyed all things outdoors.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 6, 2019, at St. Mary's Church in Carlyle. Inurnment will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery in Carlyle. Visitation will be held at Zieren Funeral Home on Friday, April 5, 2019, from 4 – 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers or other gifts, expressions of sympathy in memory of Mr. Hartung are suggested to St. Mary's Catholic Church. Memorial donations will be received through Zieren Funeral Home in Carlyle.
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Sue Wooden
March 29, 2022
Thinking of you. We had fun times together. RIP
April 8, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was a great fun loving guy. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Deepest Sympathy,
Brenda (Owen) Meyer
Teresa Pine Rixie
April 5, 2019
Such fond memories of Bobby and Mary. RIP Bobby! Mary, I am praying for peace for you! Hugs!
steven ambrozat
April 5, 2019
Rest in peace, cousin.
Sue Wooden
April 5, 2019
So many countless memories and years together. Gods richest blessings to you and your family. RIP my friend!
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