Robert V. Gerlach's Obituary
Robert V. Gerlach, age 68, of Pinckneyville, IL, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:59 a.m., in his home.
Robert was born on January 29, 1956 in Honolulu, HI, a son to Virgil Ray and Frances E. Gerlach. He had worked at Spartan Light Metals, Sparta, IL for 10 years. Robert loved living out in the country with his dog Kane. He and Kane loved taking car rides, and he enjoyed working on his home.
Survivors include a son, Robert "Coyte" Gerlach (Sydney King); brother, Rick (Kathy) Gerlach; a sister, Dennise Owen; three grandchildren, Austin Gerlach, Chase Gerlach, Keegan Gerlach; niece and nephew, Nathan Owen and Sarina Owen; great-nieces and nephews, Evin Olson, Mason Owen, Chance and Chace Winkleman; and companion for 15 years Pamela Heringlake.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Betty Acton; two nephews, Michael Acton and Chris Acton.
God rest his soul - You will be missed brother. Rest in Peace.
Robert's wishes were to be cremated.
Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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