Robert Anna

Robert Donald Anna, 83, of Creal Springs, Ill., born Dec. 15, 1927, in Belleville, Ill., passed away Saturday, March 26, 2011, at Heartland Regional Medical Center, Marion, Ill., with his family at his side.

Robert was a retired computer programmer for the U.S. Army Aviation Systems Command. He served with the Merchant Marines and was a former employee at Stag Brewery, Belleville, Ill.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty, nee Schey, Anna; parents, Peter and Olivia, nee Ettling, Anna; and brothers, Marv Anna and Cliff Anna.

Surviving are his son, Robert "Bob" (Cynthia) Anna of Collinsville, Ill.; daughters, Donna Moskop of Fairview Heights, Ill., and Beverly (Jordan) Hauss of Belleville, Ill.; grandchildren, Justin (Anna) Hauss, Shane (Tricia Altmansberger) Moskop, Jordan (Heather) Hauss, Angela Hauss, Ashley Hauss, Matt Anna and Paige Moskop; great-grandchildren, Blake Hauss, Alexa Hauss and Hudson Moskop; brothers, Lloyd (Sue) Anna, Lee (Sally) Anna, Norman Anna and Don(Gladys) Anna; and many nieces and nephews.

Memorials in Robert's memory may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 10801 Pear Tree Lane, St. Louis, Mo., 63074 or to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, 386 Park Avenue South, New York, New York, 10016. Online condolences may be expressed online to the family at www.valhallagardensandfuneralhome.com

Funeral: A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 2, 2011, at Chapel Mausoleum on the grounds of Valhalla Gardens of Memory, Belleville, Ill., with Rev. Drew Kramer officiating.

VALHALLA GAERDNER HOLTEN FUNERAL HOME, Belleville, Ill.

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Published by Belleville News-Democrat from Mar. 31 to Apr. 1, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Anna

11 Entries

April 9, 2011

Dear Bobby, Bev and Donna,

Sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. What I remember most about Uncle Bob is his laugh and his sense of humor. He always seemed to me to be enjoying life (especially at the reunions).

Our deepest sympathy,

Gary and Josie Anna

April 9, 2011

Dear Bobby, Bev and Donna,

Sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. What I remember most about Uncle Bob is his laugh and his sense of humor. He always seemed to me to really enjoy life (especially at the reunions).

Our deepest sympathy,

Gary and Josie Anna

Gail & John Hunter

April 1, 2011

Bev & Family
You have our deepest sympathy. We are sorry for your lose.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Gail & John Hunter

Tom Colleary

April 1, 2011

To Bob Anna's Family : I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Bob was a great neighbor and friend these last five years. He will truly be missed by me.

Jann Briesacher

April 1, 2011

Bev -- I saw the notice about your father's passing, and just wanted to tell you that you and your family are in our prayers. I've been thinking about you a lot lately, everyone from back in the day at Central really, as we look for classmates for '71 Reunion this year. When you get a chance, look us up on Facebook at Central Junior High -- Class of 1967, and catch up on what everyone has been doing.

April 1, 2011

Dear Donna, Bobby & Bev,

Please accept my deepest sympathies for the loss of your father. One of the memories I have of your dad is when he would bring home the "punched holes" from the punch cards used in the very first computers. He would bring home boxes full and we would use them as confetti - throwing them up in the air all over your patio. I will bet he did not enjoy cleaning up that mess. Cherish your memories and hold them dear in your heart.

Sincerely,
Vicki (Knepper) Thien-Stasko

Dawn Anna

April 1, 2011

Uncle Bob, when I think of you the first thing I see is that electric smile. Then comes your infectious laugh echoing in my mind and warming my heart. Thinking of you and Aunt Betty ALWAYS makes me smile. That is a beautiful legacy. You are loved and remembered. Donna, Bobby and Bev, we are so sorry for your loss.
Dawn (Anna) and Bink (Beck)

tom badgley

April 1, 2011

Bobby and Donna sorry to hear about yhe passing of your dad. God bless your family during these times

March 31, 2011

Dear Donna, Bev and Bobby,

I am your cousin, Jerrie Marie "Jo" Anna Pickard. How is that for a name? My sister and brother are Lou and Terry. I just wanted to say I am sorry that Uncle Bob is gone from this earth. I know his love for Jesus and that he is Home. I loved Uncle Bob and Aunt Betty. In my growing up years, they were always very kind to me and spent time with me. I always felt comfortable with them and felt accepted and loved. It meant more to me than I can express. After Aunt Betty died, Uncle Bob would send me Christmas cards and long notes. I looked forward to them every year and was impressed an Uncle would take that time. I hold his memory in my heart forever and wish to express my sympathy to all of you. Love from Your Cousin, "Jo" Pickard or Marie Pickard or Jerrie Pickard, one in the same

Terry Anna

March 31, 2011

Dear Bobby, Donna, and Bev,

We have so many fun memories of Uncle Bob from our many Anna Family reunions. His laugh and wit made him a genuine and fun person to treasure.

We are having flowers sent to his memorial service. Our prayers are with you.

Our Blessings in the Lord,
Terry Anna, Mary Lou Gates and Marie Pickard

Gene Wiggins

March 31, 2011

Sorry For Your Loss. Please accept this electronic message in lieu of a Sympathy Card. Local National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) volunteers provide help in reporting the death of any federal civilian retiree or a retiree's spouse to proper authorities. They will explain the process as needed and report the death to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for you. The NARFE Service Center is located in building 50, Scott AFB. You may visit the Service Center on Tuesdays, 10AM to 2PM or call 618-256-9350. You may leave a voice mail message at other times and we will return your call the following Tuesday. You may also call the Service Officer, Gene Wiggins, for immediate assistance if required at 618-566-7980.

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