Robert E. Ellrich Obituary (1921 - 2005)

Robert E. Ellrich, 83, life long, and well known resident of Taylorville, IL died at 9:55 am Sunday, February 6, 2005 at St. John's Hospital, Springfield, IL. He was born August 21, 1921 in Taylorville, IL the son of Emory T. and Frances Merle Hedden Ellrich. He first married Ruth Helen Cowell on August 8, 1948 in Taylorville, IL and she preceded in death on August 1, 1975. He then married Vonda P. Phelps Mooney on July 3, 1976 in Taylorville, IL. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Taylorville, was an army veteran of World War II, member of the VFW Post 4495, and a former member of the Lion's Club in Taylorville. Mr. Ellrich had been employed by Gilbert Large for many years and later managed Bob's Auto Supply in Taylorville. Surviving are his wife Vonda of Taylorville, Children: Linda Clemons and husband Terry of Riverton, IL, Jane Conant and husband Terry of Maricopa, AZ and Mary Christine Barta and husband Michael of Casper, WY. John Ellrich and wife Lisa of Lucas, TX; Step-daughters: Neva Mooney and Lisa Richardson and husband Randy both of Taylorville. 10 Grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and first wife. Funeral Services will be at 11:00 am Tuesday, February 8, 2005 in McClure Funeral Home, Taylorville, IL with Pastor Bob Spurgin officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to services in the funeral home on Tuesday. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 116 E. Franklin, Taylorville, IL 62568