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1961
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2012
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Robert Wilke Obituary
Robert L. Wilke, 51, of Belleville, Ill., born Feb. 14, 1961, in Belleville, Ill., died Sunday, April 22, 2012, at his residence.
Mr. Wilke was a construction contractor.
Robert was preceded in death by his father, Wesley M. Wilke; his maternal grandparents, John and Lillian Wiesen; his paternal grandparents, Raymond and Aurelia Wilke; two aunts; one uncle; one niece; and one cousin.
Surviving are his daughter, Sarah Wilke (Brian Roberson) of Caseyville, Ill.; three grandsons; his mother, Ethel Mae, nee Wiesen, Wilke of Belleville, Ill.; two brothers, Michael Wilke (Margie Wheat) and David Wilke, both of Belleville, Ill.; three sisters, Linda (Fred) Bertelsman, Cheryl (Paul) Benavidez and Kathy (William) Ridenour, all of Belleville, Ill.; eight uncles; seven aunts; one niece; three nephews; two great-nieces; three great-nephews; and many cousins.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, or to the American Heart Association. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.
Funeral: At Robert's request, cremation was held with no service.
GEORGE RENNER & SONS FUNERAL HOME, Belleville, Ill.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Wilke
Margie Wheat
May 15, 2012
BOB,
I will miss our morning coffee talks about our games we played. Every time i make coffee in the morning i will think of u. Mike & i love you & miss u dearly. Sincerely Margie Wheat
Danielle Poettker
May 4, 2012
My condolences to the family. Bob, You will be missed.
Tiffany Conklin
April 26, 2012
My condolences to the family. Bob was a great man with a ton of intelligence and a huge heart. His memories will live on in our hearts forever. May he rest in peace.
johnny taylor
April 26, 2012
Bob... you were a cool dude. You taught me alot.. you will be missed...
Jeanie Ann Preston
April 26, 2012
R.I.P. Bob, you will be missed always... ---Sincerely, Jeanie Ann Preston
American Heart Association
April 25, 2012
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Kim James
April 24, 2012
I love you dear cousin, I will miss you very much, Christmas Eve will not be the same. I have wonderful memories, especially when we were young. I remember camping out in the back yard, going to the tavern next store and getting our favorite candy bar and playing games. I always enjoyed our chats as adults and my many visits to Aunt Ethels. Rest in peace Bobby.
Larry Agee Sr,
April 24, 2012
You will be missed Bob
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