Name: Visitation for Robert J. "Rob" Facker
Start: 2018-08-18T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-08-18T21:00:00.000Z
Location: Affordable Funeral & Cremation Service - Washington

Robert J. "Rob" Facker
GERMANTOWN HILLS - Robert J. "Rob" Facker, 37, of Germantown Hills, IL passed away and was ushered into Heaven to stand by his Lord on Sunday, August 12, 2018. He was greeted in Heaven by his father. He was born on March 29, 1981, the son of David and Kathy (Hurd) Facker. Rob married Kassidy Wileman in Metamora, IL, and together they were blessed to share in 12 years of marriage.
He is survived by his loving wife, Kassidy; his son, Cooper; and daughter, Aubrey, both at home. Also surviving is his mother, Kathy, two sisters, Angela (Doug) Fandel of Germantown Hills and Jessica (Alex) Etheridge of Champaign, IL, and many cherished nephews and a niece.
He graduated from Metamora High School in 1999 and earned a bachelor's degree from Southern Illinois University Carbondale in 2003. He worked as an Aviation Safety and Compliance Officer for Caterpillar Aviation. Rob had many interests and passions. He loved everything baseball, playing with his children, and Monday night softball. He was a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, the Saluki Dogs, and all Metamora sports.
He loved supporting and encouraging his children by coaching Coopers' MATBO baseball team and watching Aubrey dance in recitals. He was the current Committee Chairman and also served as a Den Leader for the Germantown Hills Cub Scout Pack for the past three years. He was also the current Vice President of the Italian American Society of Peoria and had served as president in past years. He also attended and served as an usher at Great Oaks Community Church. Anyone who knew him has been blessed by his witty humor, his compassion for others, his infectious smile and his love for our Lord. He was a beloved son, a devoted husband, an adored father, a compassionate coach, and an irreplaceable friend.
Cremation rites have been accorded. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm on Saturday, August 18, 2018 at Mason Funeral Home Germantown Hills Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to a Memorial Fund for his children's educations at any CEFCU location, Attn: Rob Facker Memorial. Online condolences at www.masonfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Peoria Journal Star from Aug. 15 to Aug. 17, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Facker

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16 Entries

Joan and Pete Ingolia

August 19, 2018

Dear Kassie, Kathy, and all the Facker family,
So sorry to hear about Rob. He was such a nice guy and so glad we had the good fortune to have met him. We send you are deepest sympathies and love.

Jil Schroeder

August 18, 2018

Facker family,
There are no words for this loss. Rob was a great friend who will be greatly missed. From attending school dances together, to spending time at my brothers place at Purdue, to trivia nights, to meeting up to catch up when I was home, Rob had always been there. He was always smiling and his personality brought light to so many. Please know he will be remembered and Im praying for you all during this difficult time.

Bill Muir

August 17, 2018

There are literally no words to adequately express my profound sadness at Rob's passing. I had the privilege and honor of watching Rob grow from a Cub Scout, to Boy Scout to Eagle Scout and ultimately, into the rock solid and honorable man he became. I further had the opportunity to work with Rob at Caterpillar, where his knowledge, skill and abilities in the aviation industry were aptly demonstrated time and again. Rob's perpetual smile, cheerful greeting and quick wit were his hallmarks and I always looked forward to seeing him when visiting the Aviation Division hanger. But his principle hallmark was his love of family; his wife and children, his mother, father and sisters, his community and God Loving son and brother, devoted husband and father, these were Rob's greatest attributes. That he volunteered to worthy endeavors, giving of his time and talents, is not surprising, as this was a Facker family tradition. There is no doubt that Rob will be greatly missed by so very many, myself among them, but how fortunate were we to have known him, to call him friend? May God's love and grace sustain the entire Facker family at this most difficult time. All of you remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Pam Lotz

August 17, 2018

Angie and family I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you threw this time of sorrow. Cherish the memories.

August 16, 2018

To a great third baseman and even better friend and person you will be truly missed rest in piece my friend Mike

jerry stowell

August 16, 2018

So sorry to hear of Rob's passing. I had him in my class at MTHS and he was such a great young man, one of those kids who made others around him so much better. I'm sure he continued those traits into adulthood. The world is a better place because of Rob. God bless all the Facker family and may Rob rest in peace.

August 16, 2018

So sorry Dave Mike Hyde

Jill Hartness

August 16, 2018

My condolences go out Rob's entire family on their loss. Although I haven't seen Rob since our high school and college years, I remember him as a wonderful guy. Always nice, funny, friendly and caring; he will be greatly missed.

Ed Maciejewski Family

August 16, 2018

Our hearts are heavy for your loss. Praying for comfort for everyone. My relationship with Rob was mostly work related.I always enjoyed my contact and interaction I had with Rob when I came into work. Rob had a way of making my day brighter. He will be missed by many.

Steven Stroud

August 16, 2018

To the entire Facker family. I'm deeply saddened by Rob's passing. I didn't know Rob well, but I knew him well enough to know he was a very good man and I'm sure a great father and husband. My thoughts and prayers are now with Rob's wife and children. God bless the Facker Family

Chris and Mike Rudolph

August 16, 2018

Kathy and family,
Words can not express the sorrow Mike and I feel for your loss of your beloved Rob. All of you are and will remain in our prayers, our thoughts and in our hearts.
All our love,
Chris and Mike

Linda Tucker

August 15, 2018

Kassidy, Kathy, Angie, and Jass- My prayers are with all of you. I know Rob was a great guy and he will be missed by all who knew him. My heart breaks for Cooper and Aubrey. May God wrap his loving arms around you all whenever you think of Rob. In Christ, LT

Denise Jones

August 15, 2018

My condolences to the family and friends of Rob. Rob im very sorry we never got to meet we are cousins my name is Denise Jones, my grandfather was Harold Facker, my father was Arnold (Buck) Facker my mothers name is Sharon Auvil.Everytime the Italian fest was coming around i would always tell my kids that we need to go and meet family but they always had the world fest at the Civic Center and my daughter was dancing there. I found out 6yrs ago that God only takes the best bcuz he took my baby brother at the young age of 31.So you musta been great too, of course you were ur family!!! Again im so so sorry to the family and friends..

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Rosemarie Aucella

August 15, 2018

So little time my friend it was a blessing from God to have known you. I will miss your infectious smile.

Stan/Denice Kester

August 15, 2018

We were so sorry to hear about Rob's passing. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers. He was a wonderful coach and mentor for our grandson Tommy. We will always be grateful for his patience and kindness. God Bless

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