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Michael Tobin Obituary
CHATHAM - Michael J. Tobin, 59, of Chatham, formerly of Springfield, died at 5:59 a.m. Saturday, August 1, 2009, at Memorial Medical Center.
Michael was born February 5, 1950, in Springfield, to Maurice and Marie Serra Tobin; they preceded him in death. He married Shirley R. Smith on July 10, 1990.
Following his graduation from Lanphier High School he was employed as a laborer for Union Local 477 for 35 years before retiring in 1995. Michael was an avid Harley Davidson motorcycle rider and enjoyed taking long trips with his wife and friends, with especially fond memories of their trips to the Grand Canyon. He was a good friend to many and often helped farmers hauling grain. Every summer he was a member of the Chatham and Ball Township road crews.
Michael is survived by his wife, Shirley; sons, Greg (wife, Rhonda) Tobin of Petersburg and Brian (wife, Jennifer) Tobin of Thayer; stepdaughters, Deborah (husband, Lester) of Springfield and Sherry Cisco of Riverton; grandchildren, Thomas Harvill, Rebecca Tobin, Ronnie Tobin, Larry Tobin, Michael Tobin, Jake Tobin, Alysa Tobin, Ryan Tobin, Bradley Tobin, and Brett Tobin; sisters, Pat Schleyhahn and Judy Tobin, both of Springfield; and niece, Kim of Springfield.
Cremation rites were accorded by Cremation Services of Illinois in Chatham. Graveside services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 6, at Chatham Memorial Cemetery, with Rev. Michael Hyde officiating.
For those who wish, memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
The Tobin family is being served by Staab Polk Memorial Home, 201 South Main Street, Chatham.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Tobin
Marla Ingram
August 17, 2009
Shirley
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family with the loss of Mike - we are sadened by his passing - our prayers are with you.
Marla & Ron Ingram
MARY LOU ESTILL
August 7, 2009
Shirley,
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. I only know you thru my dear friend Joanne Brown.
Becky Bettis
August 5, 2009
Debbie and Tommy,
sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief
Toni Parks
August 4, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the family. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Toni Parks #477
Lori Rick & Lane Jacobs-Demick
August 4, 2009
Shirley,
We are so sorry about Mike's pasting. We enjoyed Mike when would get a coyote on the farm. He would smile ear to ear. He was always checking on the folk when they were here.
Our deepest sympathy
August 4, 2009
Shirley,
We were shocked and saddened to hear about Mike. We always enjoyed spending time with you both and miss you terribly. Mike was such a fun guy to hang out with, he could always make us laugh and we loved hearing the stories about all your travels. Words can not express how sorry we are for your loss. Take care, Rich and Gail Clark
August 4, 2009
To all of the Tobin Families,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you at this very difficult and sad time.
May the love of family & friends comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Cherish all of the good times you had together. In time they will comfort you.
Bob & Mary Jane Painter
jim and diane davis
August 4, 2009
Greg and Brian,
Sending our sympathies to your family at this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Diane Davis
diane SEIZ-DAVIS
August 4, 2009
To the MIchael Tobin Family,
We all send you are deepest sympathies in your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
The Sam T & Mary Sgro Family
August 3, 2009
Shirley,
I just wanted to take a moment to express to you my heartfelt sympathy at this very difficult time for you and your family. While I only met Mr. Tobin most recently, the love and bond the two of you shared was heart warming and quite obvious. I know you will miss him very much and I wish you strength and courage as you move the days to come. Thinking of you. Dawne Eldridge, RN.
Bill Tobin
August 3, 2009
Shirley,
Tim and I are shocked and saddened at Mikes early departure as we both talked about seeing him and reminscing all our childhood memories which so much of the good times involved him and uncle Red. We have lost alot in Mike.
Shirley, to you Patty and Judy our deepest sympathy.
Beth Workman
August 3, 2009
Shirley.
There are no words to express the loss of Mike. He was a true friend; an honorable and honest man and one who will be truly missed. Mike and you were and have always been there for me and I will do whatever I can to help you through this. There are no words to express how much we will miss him. We love you. The Family of Mark Workman (Beth)
Connie Lomprez(Wolford)
August 3, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Janet Pedigo
August 3, 2009
Shirley,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
R.I.P Mike ~ Thanks for the memories my friend!
Melinda (Dermont) Lowder & Bob Dermont
August 3, 2009
Shirley & family,
We are so sorry to hear about Mike. He was a great guy and so much fun to be around. He will be missed greatly. You and your family are in our thoughts & prayers.
Jim Serra
August 3, 2009
To The Family, I'm so sorry to hear about Mike, Shirley. Although we were cousins we were not as close as I wish we were. Having Christmas dinners over at his mom and dads over the years will always bring back fond momories. I'll miss seeing him at The Fighters Club. If there is anything we can do please don't hesitate to ask.
August 3, 2009
Shirley,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know he will be missed by frieds and family. I remember him coming out to the king pin and watching you bowl. That was some good times.
Deb Harrell
Ann Yocum
August 3, 2009
Shirley,
I am so so sorry to hear about Mike. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
August 2, 2009
Shirley, my deepest condolences on Mike's passing.
Joe Fortune
Larry and Cathy Sanderson
August 2, 2009
Shirley and Family,
Larry and I send our deepest sympathy in your great loss. We were very shocked when we heard the news about Mike's death. Our prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Lou & Patty Kerhlikar
August 2, 2009
Shirley,
You have our deepest sympathy. Mike became a friend to me over the last several years, always stopping by or calling. He was especially thoughtful during my recovery, always checking to see if I needed anything. He will be missed.
Mickey Homer
August 2, 2009
Shirley,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike was a nice person.I remember when
we use to go to the races.All us kids
had fun back then. We are sorry for
your loss.Mickey(Profeta)Homer
Debbie Profeta Stephens
August 2, 2009
Shirley,
So sorry to hear about Mike. He was a very nice man to me back in the old neighborhood. You have my deepest sympathy.
Debbie (Profeta) Stephens
ROBERT SMITH
August 2, 2009
Shirley,
I'AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MIKE,GARY LEMASTERS WAS JUST TELLING ME THE FISH HE CAUGHT AT THE POND,I HELPED POUR THE CEMENT AROUND YOUR POOL,WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS..
ROBERT SMITH (SCOOTER)
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