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ROBERT BISHOP
BUNKER HILL — Robert C. Bishop, 83, of Bunker Hill, died peacefully at his residence at 1:40 a.m. on Monday, April 21, 2014, with his family, including his son and daughter, by his side. He was born Jan.13, 1931, in Olive Branch, Ill., to John Bishop and Audrey (Miller) Bishop.
He married Betty I. (McKee) Bishop on Dec. 22, 1951,in Mound City, Ill. She preceded him in death on Sept. 19, 2010.
He was an engineer/draftsman, who had worked for 25 years for the Duncan Foundry and 28 years in agriculture, including farming and custom operating. Robert enjoyed calling Canadian ducks and geese, farming, and he took pride in home and landscaping, and loved all animals.
He is survived by his daughter, Debbie (Joe) Thyer of Bunker Hill, son, Bob (Robin) Bishop of Bunker Hill; grandchildren, Gina (Mike) Bassett of Bunker Hill, Jennifer (Mark) Clary of Edwardsville, David (Sherri) Bishop of Shipman, Becky (J.J.) Wilkinson of Bunker Hill, Dan (Jessie) Bishop of Davenport, Iowa, Eric Bishop of Murphysboro, Ill.; great-grandchildren, Davey, Mitch, Rylee, Jessica, Jacob, Emma, Makenna, Jackson, Olivia, Brady, Veronica, John Jr., Brody, Blake, Hadley, David J; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, spouse, brother, Glenn Bishop, brother, Russell Bishop, and sister, Ella Mae Bishop-Burns.
Friends may call on Wednesday, April 23, 2014, from 5-8 p.m. at Kravanya Funeral Home in Bunker Hill, where funeral services are at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 24. Chaplain Randy Butler is officiating. Burial will be at Rose Lawn Memory Gardens in Bethalto.
Memorials are suggested to Leukemia Foundation or 5As Shelter of Alton.
Anyone wishing to send an online condolence may do so at www.kravanyafuneral.com. Kravanya Funeral Home, Bunker Hill, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I am signing this guestbook on behalf of my father (John Wheeler, deceased) who worked with Bob at Duncan Foundry. My father thought well of Bob. My sympathy goes to all his family.
Jane (Wheeler) Poole
April 25, 2014
Debbie, I am so sorry to just find out about your Dad's passing. I loved your father dearly, as I did your Mom.Please give my love to Bob too. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love you just like a sister,
Toni (Siler) Buck
April 24, 2014
Debbie, Bob and families, I am so sorry to hear about the earthly loss of your dad. Kathy Miller Lipe and I were just speaking of your family the other day. May God surround you all with His loving and comforting arms and fill you with His grace to ease your pain. Holding you in my prayers.
Pam Sauls-Myers
April 23, 2014
So sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Nancy Myers Marlow and Tom
April 22, 2014
Debbie, Bob and families, I am sorry for your loss. Robert was a wonderful person who is now back with his beloved Betty, whom I also adored. They made me laugh every time I was around them. I miss Betty and will also miss Robert, seeing him working so tenderly in his yard and tending to Betty's flowers. Robert is out of pain and at Peace with God. May God be with you during this trying time, so you also may be at peace with his passing. Love to all.
Sharon Rhoades
April 22, 2014
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