Robert C. Tanzyus' Obituary
Decatur-Robert C. Tanzyus, 82, of Decatur passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at Fair Havens Christian Home with his family by his side.
A Celebration of Life service for Robert will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 21, 2011 in the chapel at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home with a visitation from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, January 20, 2011at the funeral home. Interment with Military Honors and “Flight Home” ceremony will be in Graceland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with these arrangements. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Robert was born October 5, 1928 in Decatur, Illinois the son of Gus and Anna Tanzyus. Robert proudly served his country in the U.S Army and worked in the home construction field. He married Beverly J. Coberly in Decatur, Illinois
Robert leaves behind to cherish his memory, wife; Beverly of over 60 years, sons; Mike Tanzyus of Decatur and Jon Tanzyus and wife Becky also of Decatur, daughter; Patty Feely of Champaign, sisters; Ann Bray of Mt. Zion and Helen Vanskike of Decatur, grandchildren; Clare, Conor, Olivia, April, and Travis, great-grandchildren; Ian, Cassidy, and Lauren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother; Tony, sister; Millie and grandson; Aaron.
The family would like to give a special thank you to the staff at Fair Haven Christian Home for all their care and comfort they gave to Robert
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