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Jared Allebest
February 28, 2011 | Laguna Hills, CA
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Robert Wayne Thomas
Argenta, Illinois
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Send FlowersARGENTA - Robert Wayne Thomas, age 65, died on February 12, 2011 at Decatur Memorial Hospital at 12:21pm. Born July 29, 1945 in Taylorville, IL, to William (Dub) Thomas and Roberta (Hobbs) Thomas, he graduated from Mt. Auburn High School in 1963. Robert served two years in the United States Marine Corp and received honors as a Platoon Honorman and Expert Rifleman. He later attended Richland Community College and Sangamon State University. He also taught at Richland Community College. He lived in Blue Mound, IL, Decatur, IL, and most recently, Argenta, IL with his sister and caretaker, Cheryl Willenborg. He retired from Caterpillar after over 30 years of service. Robert had been a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints since 1976. Robert will be especially remembered for his love and passion for sports and his family. He immensely enjoyed watching competitive cycling and supporting his children and grandchildren in their sports endeavors. Survivors include children Shelly Seitz and Stephanie Richardson (Carrol) of Cerro Gordo, IL, daughters of Linda (Ealey) Born; Curtis Thomas of Fayetteville, GA; Michael Thomas (Aleath) of Sycamore, IL; and Julie Carter (Josh) of Wichita Falls, TX; children of Polly (Campbell) Thomas. He is also survived by brothers Leonard Thomas of Blue Mound, IL; James (Jimmy) Thomas of Centrailia, IL.; and sister Cheryl Willenborg (Ted) of Argenta, IL. Robert had 15 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Diane. Services will be held at 10 am on Wednesday, February 16th, 2011 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3955 Lourdes Lane, Decatur, IL 62526. . Burial will be at Mt. Auburn Cemetery following the service. Visitation will be at the church on Tuesday, February 15th from 5-8 pm. Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home, Mt. Zion is assisting the family with arrangements. Messages of condolences may be sent to the family at www.dawson-wikoff.com Special appreciation to Dr. Perdekamp for her diligent care in treating Robert's courageous battle with cancer. A special thank you to his sister, Cheryl Willenborg, whom cared for Robert for the last several months. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at http://legacy.com/obituaries/herald-review/
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Bob, thanks for several years of cyber friendship. I will miss you but know you are in a happy place. God be with you and God bless your family.
Jerald Rogers
February 28, 2011 | Kumamoto, Japan
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To Bob's family: I was saddened to learn just this morning of your loss. I grew up with Bob, we were neighbors and we were teammates in several sports. He was a good friend. You are in my prayers. God Bless and Comfort you.
Dale Conaway
February 16, 2011 | Edinburg, IL
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We have your family in our prayers. May you feel comfort from God as he surrounds you with his loving arms during this sad time.
Dick and Mary Lee (Huffman) Oliver
February 15, 2011 | Decatur, IL
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To the family we extend our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. We keep you in our thoughts and prayers. It was a blessing that Cheryl was , able to be a constant and loving caregiver. Cheryl, my heart goes out to you, as I know how much you will miss him.
Jay & Jean Brown
February 14, 2011 | Highland, IL
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To the families: I remember Bob from Caterpillar as well as the short time I was a neighbor out by Garver Brick Church. So sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers
Bob Walters
February 14, 2011 | Taylorvile, IL
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To the family,
I would like to send my condolences and prayers to you during this time of sadness. Bob will be missed immensely and he is now in the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and we will see him again one day. Please take comfort in knowing that we were all blessed to have known Bob. He was a good man. God Bless Always, Vicky Kelsheimer
Vicky Kelsheimer
February 14, 2011 | Decatur, IL
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