In loving memory of

Bob Oenning
March 19, 2017

Bobby Ray "Bob" Oenning, age 68, of Ursa, died Sunday, March 19, 2017, at 4:30 am in his home.

Bob was born May 15, 1948 in Quincy, Illinois, the son of Wilbur J.L. and Vera Marie Gerdes Oenning. He married Cassandra Eileen Gilliland on September 30, 1967 in Coatsburg, Illinois. She survives.

He graduated from Unity High School in 1966. Bob worked at Motorola Company, Rinella Company, CUSD #4 in Mendon, and later retired from Sam's Club in 2011. Bob's favorite hobbies were hunting, fishing, softball, bowling, playing cards and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

In addition to his wife, Cassie, Bob is survived by two daughters, Karen (Brett) Edgar of Paloma, IL, and Christine (Chad) Todd of Fowler, IL; four grandchildren, Brittani (Tim) Cook of Camp Point, IL, Brandon Edgar of Paloma, IL, and Cristen and Caitlyn Todd both of Fowler, IL; a great-granddaughter, Kaylee; two brothers, Gene (Connie) Oenning of Ursa, IL, and Jim (Barb) Oenning of Quincy; a sister, Carol Walton of La Grange, MO; his in-laws, Loren and Melba (Schmitz) Gilliland of Olathe, CO; a brother-in-law, Brent (Vera) Gilliland of Irondale, AL; a sister-in-law, Michele Gilliland of Sandersville, GA; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Bobby was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Ronald Oenning; brother-in-law, Larry Walton; and a great-nephew, Elijah Oenning.

Services: 11:00 am Saturday, March 25, 2017 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, with Pastor Dan Wilson officiating.

Visitation: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Friday March 24, 2017 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home

Memorials: Blessing Hospice or to Cassie Oenning for Grandchildren's Education Fund

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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.

Tributes

Janie Ellerman wrote on Mar 23, 2017:

"Cassie prayers for you and your family."

Will, Katie, Ann Altgilbers, Karen Brothers wrote on Mar 23, 2017:

"Jim, Barb, and family, Thinking of you. So sorry for your loss"

Susan and Alan Wilson wrote on Mar 23, 2017:

"Praying for peace and comfort for your family. Enjoyed our years at Greenfield with Bob!"

Dan Burton wrote on Mar 22, 2017:

"Deepest condolences to the Oenning family. Bob was a great guy, and he will be missed. God bless."

Dan wrote on Mar 22, 2017:

"My condolences to the Oenning family. Bobby was a great guy, and he will be missed."

Sherri Terwelp wrote on Mar 21, 2017:

"Thinking of you Cassie, and keeping you in my prayers."

Angie (Bick) Calvert- Jill's old neighbor wrote on Mar 21, 2017:

"Sending thoughts and prayers to the Oenning Family."

Gene and Judy Myers wrote on Mar 21, 2017:

"Cassie and family,so sorry for your loss.?"

Terri Schonhoff wrote on Mar 21, 2017:

"So sorry for your loss. Jim and Barb we send you hugs along with all of your family!"

Nancy Hively wrote on Mar 21, 2017:

"Cassie and family I am so sorry for your loss. He sure was a wonderful person, always enjoyed talking to him. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know."

Doug Woodworth wrote on Mar 21, 2017:

"So sorry for your loss. Bob was a very nice guy."

Uncle Earl & Aunt Trish Wiseman wrote on Mar 21, 2017:

"Karen, Brett& family,So sorry to hear about your Dad. Just know that you are in our prayers. That God will comfort you in this time of sorrow and the loss of your loved one."

Stan & Irene Burke wrote on Mar 21, 2017:

"Sorry to hear of Bob's passing, may God be with you and the girls and heal the sorrow. Memories are the best medicine ?????"

Marge Hyer wrote on Mar 21, 2017:

"My sympathy Cassie and girls. Have known Bob's family for years. Marge Hyer"

Sarah Hibbs wrote on Mar 21, 2017:

"Bob was a great guy. So sorry for your loss."

Pam & CK Garner wrote on Mar 21, 2017:

"Cassie and family our deepest sympathy, prayers and thoughts are with you."

Cyndi Kimble wrote on Mar 21, 2017:

"Karen and family - so sorry for your loss. Prayers with you and your entire family."

Jeff & Teresa Carson wrote on Mar 20, 2017:

"Karen, So sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family."

Vickie Woodworth Dill wrote on Mar 20, 2017:

"Cassie, im so sorry for your loss!! Prayers and hugs for you and your family. ?"

Rita Frese wrote on Mar 20, 2017:

"I was so sad to hear of Bob's passing. I enjoyed working with him at Greenfield. He always looked after me and made sure my classroom was taken care of."

Burle and Bev Brown wrote on Mar 20, 2017:

"So sorry about your loss,Cassie and girls. We worked with Bob at Loraine Elem for a period of time. I was sec. there and Burle was the custodian and bus driver. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Bob was a good man."

Dean and Sue Woodruff wrote on Mar 20, 2017:

"Also sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Dean and I enjoyed our years at Unity working with Bob."

Terra oenning and Jason Oenning wrote on Mar 20, 2017:

"So very sorry for your loss and keeping you all in our prayers."

Pamela (Bowen) Donley wrote on Mar 20, 2017:

"Cassie so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers out to you and the girls! Bob would never pass me up when he seen me. Will always remember him. Hugs & luv ya all!"

Becky Cottingham wrote on Mar 20, 2017:

"I am so sorry to hear about Bob's death. I enjoyed working with him at Greenfield. After he retired, I got to frequently see him at Dairy Queen when we took our granddaughter there after religion class. We seemed to have the same Dairy Queen schedule. Bob's family is in my thoughts and prayers."

Bill & Linda Klodt wrote on Mar 20, 2017:

"Cassie, we are sorry to hear about Bob. If there is anything we can do to help you, please don't hesitate to call us."

Jeff Kendrick wrote on Mar 20, 2017:

"I'm so sorry for your loss! Bob was a good man!"

Barb Selby wrote on Mar 20, 2017:

"I am saddened to hear of Bob's passing! I enjoyed working with him! My prayers go out to his family!"

Jim and Peggy Hesse wrote on Mar 19, 2017:

"Cassie so sorry to hear about Bobs passing. May the dear Lord be with you during this time of sorrow."

Linda and Don Sheurman wrote on Mar 19, 2017:

"Cassie. We are so so sorry. Please let us know if there is anything we can do."