Robert W. Karrer's obituary , Passed away on January 27, 2026 in Collinsville, Illinois

Robert W. Karrer

April 18, 1930 - January 27, 2026 (95 years old)

Collinsville, Illinois

Robert W. Karrer's obituary , Passed away on January 27, 2026 in Collinsville, Illinois

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Robert W. Karrer

April 18, 1930 - January 27, 2026 (95 years old)

Collinsville, Illinois

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Robert W. Karrer Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Robert W. Karrer of Collinsville, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Robert left this world on January 27, 2026 at the age of 95, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Robert W. Karrer to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Otto Karrer Jr. and Ethel Karrer; his wife Phyllis Karrer; his sisters, Marjorie Meier and Betty Evers; his siblings-in-law, Bernie Evers, Virgil Kassing, Marion Hott and Deanna Hott; his niece Brenda Gasser; and his nephew Todd Evers.

He is survived by: his siblings-in-law, Frances Kassing and Louie Meier; his nieces and nephews, Rich Meier, Randy Meier (Debbie), Ron Meier (Peggy), Ruthann Denson (Jim), Linda Lauth (Timothy), Timothy Evers (Susan), Steven Kassing (Teresa) and Marc Kassing (Judy); his cousin Peter Karrer (Ursula); and his godsons, Thomas Karrer, Adrien Karrer and Karolina Zeder of Switzerland.

Memorials are suggested to St. John United Church of Christ, St. John's Community Care, or Shriner's Children's Hospital.

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January 29, 2026

Diane Morris wrote a sympathy message

“to the family of Bob, please accept my sincere condolences! I worked with Bob for many years at KMK Insurance and loved every story he shared about his life in the Navy and living in Collinsville. Bob was a true gentleman and we will miss his visits to our office sharing coffee, Kruta's and endless stories. Rest in peace my friend!”


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St. John Cemetery
105 National Terrace, Collinsville, IL 62234

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