He is survived by two children, Kelly Merrell and Josh West; five grandchildren; two brothers, Terry (Liz) Coleman and Donald (Michelle) Gorsage Jr.; one sister, Patti (Aaron) Oest; five nieces, favorite niece/caregiver, Caitlin (Detrik Hendee) Thrasher, Melissa (Justin) Willimas, Sarah (Lawrence) Clark, Emily (Tim) Branson, and Jaci Oest; three nephews, Justin Gorsage, Michael Pascal, and Ryan Coleman; and several great nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents and step-mom, Lois Gorsage; and two brothers, Lawrence Saylor and Joseph Coleman.
Robert worked for several agriculture businesses. He was an avid Chicago Cubs fan. He enjoyed outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, and mushrooming. He loved to visit with the old timers.
Family would like to give a special thanks to Nikita and Jim for all the caregiving and time.
Celebration of life and burial at Table Grove Cemetery will be held around Robert’s birthday. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com
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