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Robert Filson, Jr., 78, of Springfield, passed away on Friday, Nov. 3, 2017 at St. John's Hospital.
He was born on Oct. 16, 1939 in Springfield, the son of the late Robert Sr. and Frieda (Ostermeier) Filson. He married Rita Lewis on April 3, 1958 in Jacksonville, IL and she survives.
Robert worked for FS Services for 20 plus years. He then worked for the State of Illinois until his retirement in September of 2001. He was a member of the AMA (American Motorcycle Association), the NRA, and the Springfield Sportsmans' Gun Club. He was a gunsmith, enjoyed working on motorcycles, enjoyed woodworking, and loved to fish.
Besides his wife Rita, he is survived by his children, Kevin (wife Crystal) Filson of Springfield, Terri (husband Pete) Barnosky of New Berlin, IL, and Tami (husband Billy) Kruger of Waverly, IL; 5 grandchildren, Justin Filson, Brandy Filson, Mitchell (wife Danielle) Barnosky, Robbie Cooper, and Dustin (wife Olivia) Kruger; 5 great-grandchildren; and 1 brother Max (wife Sue) Filson of Naples, FL.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bisch and Son Funeral Home, Springfield. A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, Nov. 6, 2017 from 4 to 7 pm at Southern View Village Hall, 3412 S. 5th St., Springfield, IL 62703.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
Please visit the online "Life Remembered Story" at www.bischandsonfuneralhome.com where tributes and condolences may be left for the family.
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November 8, 2017
Troy Sweeney
Tami and Family, sorry for your loss.
November 7, 2017
Rita Altman
My sincere sympathy to all of Bob's family. I was fortunate to have worked with Bob at the Department of Healthcare and Family Service. He was so pleasant to work with. When I first met him, the first thing he told me is that his wife's name was Rita too. May your memories bring you peace and comfort.
November 6, 2017
Ryan McCaffrey
I am so sadden to hear of this. Bob was a good friend to me for the past 20 years. We became close and could talk about anything. I absolutely loved spending time with him. Hours seemed like minutes.
He taught me how to make model guns we both loved that! We were always so happy to see the ones each other had made. He could make and fix anything! Bob was like a father at times and I truly loved him!
I'll never forget his smile.
I will miss you buddy, thank you for everything!
November 6, 2017
Stan & Jan Porter
Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Rita, Tami and family, you are in our thought's and prayers.
November 6, 2017
my condolences to all the family. fond memories of riding motorcycles
steve brooks
November 6, 2017
Sheila Gabriel
Rita - I was so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. Gene and I always loved coming by your place and talking motorcycles, guns, etc. Gene passed in August and I know how prayers help so I am praying for you and your family.
Sheila
November 6, 2017
Will miss you and Condolences to family. Rita, sorry for your loss, TOM AND MARY REYNOLDS- PAWNEE, IL/
KRAMER BUDDY MANY YEARS AGO.
November 6, 2017
Tami and family, We are very sorry for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time...Rock Island CSO's
November 6, 2017
Wanda Jones
Tami and family,
I am so sorry to read of your Dad's passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
November 6, 2017
tonda garrett
I am so sad. I wondered where he had been. This man was at Quik and EZ every morning same time I was. He and I spoke and nodded to each other. He wore hearing aids so our conversation about anything was brief. He drove nice shining truck. The licenses plates were handicap and said grandpa or ma. He walked in and check his lotto tickets immediately every morn. I am a stranger who crossed paths every morn. with your husband/father but I knew him enuf. to miss him in mornings and to recognize his pic. here. I knew enuf to say "oh, no" when I read this. I have missed him and now will miss him more knowing I will never speak to him again. So sorry for your loss.
November 6, 2017
Gary & Karen Stone
Tami and family:
Please accept our most sincere condolences on your loss.
We pray the many wonderful memories you have will bring a comforting light in these darkened days.
November 6, 2017
Frank & Linda Nudo
Rita ,Kevin,Terri and Tami so sorry for your loss. I have lost a long time friend . I can remember back when we were 16 years old all the great times we had together and all the great memories through the years . Bob will missed and may God be with you in this difficult time .
November 5, 2017
Rita, Kevin, Terri, and Tami we are heartbroken and offer you our condolences. Cherishing all the great memories we've had through the years.
Love you all,
Ellen, Jamie, Tristan & Cameron Crady
November 5, 2017
Greg and Tina Bestudik
Tami, Bill, Rita, Kevin and family, so sorry for your loss. May God's Love comfort you at this most difficult time.
November 5, 2017
Cherie VanAmburgh-Starkweather
Tami, so sorry for the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your mother and your family.
November 5, 2017
We are sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences
Roy Sims and Beth Szillagyi
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