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Robert Hart Obituary
Robert Lewis Hart Sr., better known as Rusty, 89, of Mascoutah, Ill., born Dec. 14, 1926, in Whitehall, Ill., died Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2016, at Terrace On The Park Nursing Home in Mascoutah, Ill.
Rusty was a loveable person who spent a lot of his time being fascinated with reading books, and enjoying watching old Western classics. He was an avid squirrel and rabbit hunter, and a big fan of the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team. Rusty served as a life-long member in the Moose Lodge 1370 in Collinsville, Ill. Rusty also served his country in the Marines during World War II, where he was honorably discharged. He enjoyed his quiet time as well, but most of all spending quality time with his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and a daughter, Charlene Greer.
Surviving are his son, Robert (Helen) Hart Jr.; daughters, Sharon (James) Walker and Marion Fulbright; stepchildren, Bob (Becky) Piker, John (Mary) Piker, and Vernie (Genetta) Piker; two siblings, Billy and Sally; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and nieces, nephews and friends.
Memorials are appreciated to the family of Mr. Hart. Condolences may also be expressed online at www.lakeviewfuneralhm.com
Visitation: Friends may visit from noon to 2 p.m., Monday, Jan. 25, 2016, at Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, Ill.
Funeral: Services will be held immediately after visitation beginning at 2 p.m., Monday, Jan. 25, 2016, at Lake View Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Lake View Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights, Ill.
LAKE VIEW FUNERAL HOME, Fairview Heights, Ill.
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January 24, 2016
I played BINGO with Rusty and his girlfriends (his tatos) at the home. He was and always will be a happy man.
Theresa Widman Mascoutah IL
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Nick Friederich
January 24, 2016
I am Nick Friederich, l worked with Rusty many years at McDonalds. Many great memories. A really good person. Rest in peace.
PHIL ODOM
January 24, 2016
SEMPER FI - FELLOW MARINE
THANK YOU - FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY.
You are one of our heroes.
We will remember you always and miss you dearly.
Take your Warrior's rest for a duty well done.
I wish to extend to members of your family my deepest sympathy on their loss. May the force of GOD be with them as they walk through this difficult time. May the loving promises of our LORD and Savior comfort them and give them strength.
As a grateful Veteran, I leave my sympathy and hope you accept this as a small token of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one to our Country.
SEMPER FI
U. S. MARINE AND VIET NAM VET
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