Robert L. March's Obituary
Decatur-Robert L. March, 84, of Decatur, passed away Monday, July 02, 2012 in his home.
Services to celebrate Robert’s life will be 11 a.m. Friday, July 6, 2012 at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be one hour prior to service. Burial with military honors and 'Flight Home' Ceremony will be in Graceland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Association or to Grace United Methodist Church.
Robert was born November 23, 1927 in Decatur the son of William and Elsie (Williams) March. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. He was previously employed with Norfolk & Southern Railroad retiring after 38 years of service. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church. He married Lorene Scheiner on July 10, 1948.
He leaves behind his wife, Lorene of Decatur; son, Larry W. March and wife Marilyn of Villa Ridge, Missouri; daughter, Vickie Jones and husband Roger of Decatur; grandchildren, Megan Madding and husband Tyler of Decatur; Christopher Jones and his fiancée Nikki Evans of Decatur; step-grandchildren, Terry Voyles and wife Benita and family; Delinda Johnson and family; and Rick Voyles and family.
He was reunited in Heaven with his parents and one brother.
The family of Robert L. March is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at gracelandfairlawn.com
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