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1948
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2019
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Bob Meek Obituary
Bob's family and his love for them was the most important aspect of his life: wife, Trina; children, Kristen and Tom DeWitt, Aaron and Heather Meek and Sean and Deea Meek; grandchildren, Hannah DeWitt, Conner and Red Meek, Fisher DeWitt, Gavin Meek, Rylie Meek, Ian Meek and Finn Meek; brother and wife, Jim and Lorrie Meek.
For the past 40 years Bob and Trina were partners in and co-owners of Meek & Co. Computer Consultants. Bob loved helping his clients, solving problems, and coaxing computers to behave. He was seldom seen without a hat on his head or a geek stick around his neck.
If you would like to honor Bob with a donation to a good cause, please consider RedBirdCrossfit (Bob Freesen YMCA), WUIS/NPR-Illinois Public Radio, PAWS animal rescue, and Morgan County Animal Control.
Bob was infamous for his totally illegible handwriting, which even he could not read. If he left instructions for writing his obituary we haven't been able to decipher them, so we hope that what we have written would have made him smile.
A private family gathering has been held to celebrate Bob's life and all he gave to us. At a later date the family will gather privately to install Bob's ashes on the fireplace mantle.
Memories and messages may be shared at buchanancody.com. Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville is assisting the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Bob Meek
June 20, 2019
I worked for Dr. Krueger for 20 years and saw a lot of Bob. Never sure when he walked through the door if things would be easier, or harder but things always worked when he left. Such a kind and smart man he will be missed.
Sincerely,
Jackie Bieber
Ken & Fran Glass
June 20, 2019
So sorry to learn of Bob's passing. My sister, Pat Prather Jackson, lived across the street from the Frantz family on Sandusky when we were all growing up.
Rebecca McCue
June 18, 2019
I have such fond memories of Bob, he always seemed to have a smile on his face and he always brought a smile to mine. My thoughts are with the family and all of those whose lives he touched.
Bonna Bartz
June 18, 2019
I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He will be missed by many. He was truly a one of a kind.
Paul Miller
June 17, 2019
My thoughts are with your family
Jacquie Stewart
June 17, 2019
I met Bob when he was referred to me for assistance with my computer. From that moment on I called him "my computer guy". During his first visit I learned that his mother was my guidance counselor in high school. He will be missed by so many. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Jacquie Stewart
June 16, 2019
So sorry for your loss of Bob he will be missed by all who knew him. He was a very special guy. We graduated together in 1967. Robert Donovan
JR middendorf
June 16, 2019
We are so very sorry for your loss Trina and family. I worked many times with Bob and Trina. He was a wonderful man. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. RIP BOB
Sandy and Gary West
June 16, 2019
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. So sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed. Always depended on him so much when I needed help with my computer!
Jane Henderson
June 15, 2019
I used to see Bob (and Conner) as they patiently worked on our computers at Salem. God be with your family as you miss him daily. And I'm sure he is smiling at the obituary.
Jim & Ruth Ann Aggertt
June 15, 2019
Trina, Ruth Ann and I send our deepest condolences and our prayers for you and your entire family. Our experiences with Bob were primarily through your business where we discovered an intelligent, helpful and at times a humorous guy. Well miss his witty remarks in the days ahead. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time!
keith and Phyllis Lape
June 15, 2019
We were so sorry to read this. Bob was a really special person, and he will be missed by all of his customers who he helped . He came at a moments call to rescue those of us who did not have his ability around the computer!
So sorry for all of his family.
Keith and Phyllis Lape
Thomas Evans
June 15, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Gayle Betts
June 15, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Bob was always such a nice man and such a gentleman. My condolences to the family.
Fred and Linda Curtis
June 15, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with Bob, Trina, and their beautiful family. We share so many wonderful memories when we lived on the same street and began raising our families. Bob has always been a kind and gentle man and will be missed by all who knew him.
June 15, 2019
Trina and family,
My sincere condolences to all of you.
Peg Erickson Elwood
Libby and Sonny Gaige
June 15, 2019
Bob and Trina were great neighbors when we lived on Laven Drive. Bob would always give a little smile, when I would tell him I needed a little help with my computer. He usually knew it was operator error and not the computer, So happy to have known Bob and to know how much he loved Trina and his family. RIP Captain Bob!
Pat Robson
June 15, 2019
Jim and I loved Bob. Such an outgoing and friendly man. He seemed to be happy and always a sweet smile for all. Bob willl be missed by so many. Fly high King Bob ❤♥♥
Robert Piper
June 15, 2019
Bob and Trina were the perfectly matched pair and it was special knowing Bob. He will be missed by all those who were his friend and his client.
Jan Williams
June 15, 2019
Bob was a one of a kind friend! His presence in Jacksonville will be noticed often. So thankful to have known him and shared a smile or two - he was very generous with those. Lovely memories for you all!
Judy Tighe
June 15, 2019
This is so Bob and I can hear him giggling over it! What a joy he was to be around and your family has always been an inspiration to all, in large part because of Bob's amazingness. Love and prayers to all of you. He will be sorely missed but made a huge impact on everyone and everything.
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