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Visitation: 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Graveside Ceremony & Interment: 1:30 p.m. on Saturday in Orchard Hill Cemetery, Louisville
Robert Wayne Meares, age 67, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Wednesday afternoon, September 4, 2024, at his home.
He was born October 14, 1956, in Olney, the son of Robert Glen and Wanda (Corry) Meares. He was united in marriage to Elaine Joan Koskie of October 15, 1988, and together they have shared 35 wedding anniversaries.
Bob was a 1974 graduate of Flora High School. He was a truck driver and had worked for Cooper Farms and McDaniel Transit. Bob was an avid St. Louis Cardinal baseball fan and a life-long deer hunter. He enjoyed gardening and always looked forward to time spent fishing, especially any time he got a chance to go catfishing on Newton Lake.
He is survived by his wife: Elaine Meares; 3 sons: Ryan Staton, Brandon (Jen) Staton, and Chris (Myra) Staton; a grandson: Brayden Lewis; beloved pets: Leo, Ally, Queen, Chicken, and Relic; nieces: Susan (Marty) Dagg and Erin Dagg; and cousins: Vicky Corry, Berdella McGrew, Kris (Micheal) Engelmeier, Gina (David) Eade, Larry Lee (Michelle) Meares, and Joni Meares.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister: Micky Morrison.
A visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. A graveside ceremony with interment will take place at 1:30 p.m. in Orchard Hill Cemetery, Louisville. Memorial donations are suggested to Fur a Good Paws, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
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Sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. There are a lot of good memories of him in our family. He was a great guy and cousin. Our prayers are with you.
Elaine & family, We are so sorry for your loss. I hope the memories you shared will give you comfort during this difficult time. We'll for sure miss him! ❤️
Sorry for your loss
So sorry to hear this news. There was only one Bob! Enjoyed many laughs and stories with him while working at Tony’s Body Shop. He will wake up heaven for sure! Continued prayers for your family.
My condolences to the family 🙏 Bob was a cherished lifelong friend.
Bob was a classmate from 7’th grade until graduation. Such a nice guy - I always thought of him as a friend. Sorry for your loss!
To Bob's family, please accept my condolences. I haven't seen him in years. I remember how Bob and several other teens used to gather at our house many evenings to play basketball, play board and card games, or dance in the yard. They all had good times, and I would play with them. I know you will all miss him, but you will see him again. Rest in Peace, Bob. You will not be forgotten.
I so remember Bob and my brother Tony working on cars and the louder the car the better. Back in the day. He (Bob) was so full of life.
Sending thoughts and prayers to Bob's family. May God grant you peace and comfort at this time.
Elaine, I am so very very sorry to hear of your husband passing away. Dear friend I will pray the God will put his healing arms around you and your family at this time. I'm here for you.
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I miss you. Hugs and prayers to you and your family...Sherry
So sorry to read this. Bob was one of the good guys. I really enjoyed visiting with him when I worked at NAL and he would deliver there. I always considered him a good friend. Prayers for the family.
So sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. I only spent a few family get-together's with him but Mom (Marsha) sure had lots of stories she's shared through the years. Prayers for his family and friends.
My thoughts and prayers are with Elaine and her family during this very emotional time. May the Lord Bless you all and bestow upon you peace in the knowledge that your loved one is in the hands of God and without pain. My sincerest condolences. Lavona
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time!
Condolences to his family!
Elaine, My heart goes out to you & your family for your loss. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and I am sending prayers for peace & comfort 🙏❤️🙏
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