Russell "Pete" Mosher

Russell “Pete” Mosher, 72, of Cuba, passed away on Monday, July 3, 2023 in his home surrounded by his family. He was born on January 27, 1951 in Canton, IL, to Russell L. and Marian (Reese) Mosher. He married Ethel Markley on March 24, 1978. She preceded him in death on April 3, 2019.

Pete is also preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Paul Mosher.

He is survived by his mother-in-law, Melba Markley; two children, Teresa (Kevin Sheriff) Mosher of Des Moines, IA, and Allen (Tina) Mosher of Kansas City, MO; three grandchildren, Danneal Mudd, Angel Reyes, and Kelsey Mosher; seven great-grandchildren, Malachi Ford, James “Perry” Sharpe, Trey Mudd, Brylan Ray, Piper Sissom, Chase Sissom, and Abby Reyes; two brothers, John “Jack” Mosher and Joe Mosher; two sisters, Linda Reed and Maryann Harris; a special thanks to Hillary Pasley and all his friends at Grant Keime.

Pete worked and retired after over 20 years from the post office. He was a past commander and member of the Canton VFW Post 1984 and Cuba American Legion Post 533. Pete volunteered for the Cuba Fire Department/Rescue. He was also veteran of the United States Army. He served in Vietnam from 1969-1972.

Memorial service with military honors will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at the Canton VFW Post 1984. Rev. Ellen Dodd will officiate. Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials may be made to Grant Keime or Canton VFW Post 1984. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com