Wayne Richard Probst's obituary , Passed away on October 17, 2025 in Mattoon, Illinois
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Wayne Richard Probst

January 13, 1944 - October 17, 2025 (81 years old)

Mattoon, Illinois

Wayne Richard Probst's obituary , Passed away on October 17, 2025 in Mattoon, Illinois
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Wayne Richard Probst

January 13, 1944 - October 17, 2025 (81 years old)

Mattoon, Illinois

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Wayne Richard Probst Obituary

In loving memory of Wayne Richard Probst of Mattoon, Illinois, who departed this world on October 17, 2025 at the age of 81. Wayne leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Wayne Richard Probst to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Alphonse Probst and Catherine Probst (Fuesting); his granddaughter Sydney Alyssa Sphar; his siblings, Maurice Probst and Ellen Mersman; and his brother-in-law John Mersman.

He is survived by: his wife Edna Probst of Mattoon, IL; his children, Sheri Sphar (Mark) of Marietta, GA and Jeff Wysocki-Probst (Jennifer) of Mattoon, IL; his grandchildren, Jake Sphar, Tyler Sphar, Chase Sphar, Colton Probst of Mattoon, IL and Boden Probst of Mattoon, IL; his brother Norman Probst (Johnna) of Chesterfield, MO; and his sister-in-law Rose Marie Probst of Mattoon, IL..

Memorial donations in his honor may be given to the American Cancer Society or the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.

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Oct 20

Visitation

Schilling Funeral Home
1301 Charleston Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938

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Oct 21

Mass of Christian Burial

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
320 N 21st St, Mattoon, IL 61938

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