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Richard E. Rohr

1935 - 2025

Richard E. Rohr obituary, 1935-2025, Urbana, IL

BORN

1935

DIED

2025

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Renner-Wikoff Chapel & Crematory

1900 S Philo Rd

Urbana, Illinois

Richard Rohr Obituary

CHAMPAIGN - Richard E. Rohr, 89, of Shelbyville, formerly of Champaign, passed away at 2:05 p.m. Saturday, April 5, 2025, at OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center, Urbana.

He was born on Sept. 18, 1935, in St. Marie, the son of Agustus and Teresa (Hipp) Rohr. He married Karolee Neupert on Aug. 6, 1976, in Urbana.

Richard is survived by his wife; children, Susan (Dave) Williams of Mahomet, Mike (Deb) Rohr of Shelbyville, Jeff (Chris) Rohr of Shelbyville, Lori (Louis) Luksander of Mahomet, Torie (Dan) Strole of Champaign and Stacy Nicholson of Tower Hill; 14 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, James Rohr, June Guiffre and Shirley Rohr.

Richard was a member of UA Local 149 Plumbers & Pipefitters. He enjoyed woodworking, country and western dancing, boating and camping. After Richard retired, he owned his own small business, known as the "The Prop Doc" to clients and friends.

A celebration of life will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 24, at UA Local 149 Plumbers & Pipefitters, 1003 N. Dunlap Ave., Savoy.

Memorials may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 1801 N. Wabash Ave., Suite 320, Chicago, IL 60601, or a donation of your choice. Condolences may be made at renner-wikoffchapel.com.

Published by The News-Gazette on Apr. 12, 2025.

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UHS Class of 59

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Karolee and family: As you remember your loved one, find comfort in the memories that will live on forever. Our deepest sympathy in your loss. UHS class of 59.

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UA Local 149 Plumbers & Pipefitters

1003 N. Dunlap Ave., Savoy, IL

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