Robert D. Kensil's obituary , Passed away on March 1, 2025 in Shelbyville, Illinois

Robert D. Kensil

October 24, 1936 - March 1, 2025 (88 years old)

Shelbyville, Illinois

Robert D. Kensil's obituary , Passed away on March 1, 2025 in Shelbyville, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Howe & Yockey Funeral Homes

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Robert D. Kensil

October 24, 1936 - March 1, 2025 (88 years old)

Shelbyville, Illinois

Robert D. Kensil Obituary

In loving memory of Robert D. Kensil of Shelbyville, Illinois, who departed this world on March 1, 2025 at the age of 88. Robert leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Thomas and Edith Kensil (Luck); his grandson Robert Scribner; and his siblings, Ruby Welsh, June Dickinson, Dale "Cork" Kensil, Kenneth "Fuzz" Kensil, Jack Kensil, Jr. and John "Howard" Kensil.

He is survived by: his wife Martha Ann Syfert; his children, Curtis Lane Kensil of Shelbyville, IL, Sandra Jo Reed of Windsor, IL and Julia Ann Keown of Taylorville, IL; his adoptive children, Nora Chrisman of Cowden, IL and Robert Grey of Taylorville, IL; his grandchildren, Jess Reed, Jacob Reed, Maggie Powell (Brian), Wade Keown (Kristy), Zackary Keown and Garrett Keown (Krista Downey); and his great grandchildren, Delaney Keown, Wyatt Keown, Rayne Reed, Henry Reed, Addy Powell, Anabelle Moore and Sophia Crowe. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be given to the First Christian Church of Shelbyville or the charity of the donor's choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Howe & Yockey Funeral Homes



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“Mighty sorry for your loss. Went to school with Bob, seems like I've known him forever. Bob was a most affable fellow.”


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