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Robert Storey Obituary
LAFAYETTE - Robert Ray "Bob" Storey, 71, of LaFayette, formerly of Chillicothe, passed away at 2:10 p.m. Wednesday, May 7, 2014, at Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.
Robert was born Oct. 11, 1942, in Kewanee, the son of Harry and Alice Stotler Storey. He married Linda Foste on May 31, 1973, in LaFayette. She survives.
Also surviving are their children, Sally (Rob) Ramsey of Kewanee, Danielle (Marty) Selby of Wyoming, Theresa (Dana Christmas) Storey of Jacksonville, Fla., Michelle Storey of Toulon and Randy Storey of Stockton; eight grandchildren, Christopher, Kendra, Chase, Chadd, Kaylie, Kirstie, Michael and Dylan; one sister, Carol (Bob) Collins of Channahon, Ill.; two brothers, Steve (Rhonda) Storey of Wyoming and Gary (Tracy) Storey of Rochester, Ind.; and lots of extended family.
His parents and one son, Robert E. Storey, preceded him in death.
Robert was a United States Air Force veteran. He worked at Caterpillar Inc. as a factory accounting supervisor for 43 years, retiring in 2002. Robert was a member of the Alta Masonic Lodge 748 AF&AM; Peoria Consistory of the Scottish Rite, the Mohammed Temple Shrine; Kewanee Elks Lodge; Stark County Board; and the West Jersey United Methodist Church. He was the director of Rome Youth Activities in Chillicothe, and the Greater Peoria Bowling Association. He also was the director of the Mohammed Shrine Funmakers from 1986 to 1988.
Robert enjoyed golfing, and worked as a starter at Baker Golf Course in Kewanee. He loved bowling and he bowled in several leagues in Kewanee and Chillicothe. Robert was an avid Stark County football, Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs fan. He was devoted to his family and enjoyed spending time with them.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, May 12, 2014, at Haskell-Hott Funeral Homes in Toulon. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, May 11, 2014, at Haskell-Hott Funeral Homes in Toulon. Burial will be in West Jersey Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Richard L. Owens Hospice Home, Peoria, Robert R. Storey Memorial Scholarship Fund or Shriners Hospitals for Children.
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Kelly Bumgarner
May 25, 2014
Linda and family. We have just learned of Bob's passing. Sharon and I are so sorry we did not get to pay our respects. We had just been looking last month through motorsports club pictures and remembering the meetings and trips. Bob was so instrumental in the club and bringing folks together. He will be missed but his impact is felt by so many.
Norma Stoner
May 9, 2014
Linda, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. May you find comfort in the condolences, thoughts and prayers. I know if my mother was here she would say the same thing. (Bernice Bishop)
Jean Janes
May 9, 2014
He was a good man and he made me smile.
Richard & Peggy Thompson
May 9, 2014
Linda so sorry for your loss. Will always remember our ivc band trips and breakfast stops.
Ernie & Betty Presser
May 9, 2014
Linda and Family, Betty and I were saddened to hear of Bob's passing. We have so many great memories of Rome Little League and Caterpillar. Please know that you are in our prayers.
Phil & Gail Matthews
May 9, 2014
Linda, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of our time together, and will miss his smile. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids at this time.
Steve & Denise Fuller
May 9, 2014
Sorry to hear of Bob's passing.We had a lot of fun times going to the NASCAR races. They were some long bus trips. You and your family have our deepest sympathy. Take care.
A Jackson
May 9, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a loved one in death is never easy. May you draw close to the god of all comfort during this difficult time. (James 4:8)
Gary Lumberry
May 9, 2014
Our deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow.
Gary & Rogena Lumberry and Family
(worked with Bob at Mossville)
Gary Lumberry
May 9, 2014
Our deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow.
Gary & Rogena Lumberry and Family
(worked with Bob at Mossville)
May 9, 2014
He will forever be remembered and loved. May your memories with him carry you for a lifetime.
Patricia Bergen-Price-Beck
May 9, 2014
Linda, So sorry to hear of your loss. May your faith in the lord help sustain you and your family as you get through this. I went to school with you but have not seen you for years.
Dianne Colwell
May 9, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Robert was a contributor to the betterment of life wherever he went.
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