Gene Melton Iler Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gene Melton Iler of Farina, Illinois, who passed away on January 19, 2026 at the age of 79. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gene Melton Iler to pay them a last tribute.
As Gene departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Gene. Though Gene may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clarence Iler and Pearl Seaver; his spouse Robin Jordan; his daughter Sabrina Mitchell; and his brother Jim Iler.
He is survived by: his children, Gene Iler (Yvette) of Farina and Marie Williams (Roger Blair) of Edgewood, Illinois; and his brother Andrew Iler (Carol) of Arizona. He is also survived by Eleven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pagel Funeral Home to help offset the cost of the service or donor's choice.
