Robert John “Rob” Travis Jr., 55, of St. Charles, IL., formerly of Ohio, IL., passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2019, surrounded by his family at home. Rob was born on November 4, 1963 in Spring Valley, IL. the son of Robert and Kathleen (nee. Coble) Travis Sr. He was united in marriage to Sarah Marie Stiles on October 17, 1985 in Princeton, IL.
Robert grew up in the small town of Ohio, Illinois, with his brother and three sisters where he was forced to walk 5 miles to school, uphill both ways, in the snow. He received an associate’s in science as well as an auto mechanics certification from Illinois Valley Community College. Rob later joined the Automobile Mechanics’ Local 701 union and would work on anything involving a motor for the rest of his life.
While working at his first job at the very up and coming McDonalds Corporation in Princeton, Illinois, he met his wife Sarah. After marrying her he realized the joke was on him and they proceeded to have 34 years filled with lots of love and a little bit of loathing together.
Shortly after Amanda was born in 1987, Rob and Sarah moved to Saint Charles, Illinois. Determining that life was not hectic enough, in early 1988 they had their second daughter, Adrian. In 1992, with the hope of a better tomorrow that a new Star Trek series brings, the couple joyfully welcomed their third daughter, Robin. He did not accept the new captain as enthusiastically.
Donned in a baseball cap and tools in hand, Rob was always ready and willing to help anyone in need. As the years went by, he collected many close friends as well as some daughters by association, making his help and humor endlessly appreciated. Rob enjoyed his abundant car ownership over the years as well as two motorcycles. He was also a member of the Lake Michigan Model Car Club, where he met other individuals with similar hobbies to him.
He leaves behind his wife, three daughters, and numerous pets that he had very little say in adopting but nonetheless loved. They, along with his extensive model car and tool collection, will miss him dearly
Rob is survived by his loving wife, Sarah Marie Travis; his three daughters, Amanda (Alexander) Hinrichs, Adrian (Barb Wuchte) Travis and Robin Travis; his three sisters, Donna, Tracy and Cheryl; his brother, Michael and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Sandy Travis; and one sister, Tina.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at St. Charles Episcopal Church, 994 N 5th Ave, St. Charles, IL 60174. Immediately following the service, the family would like to invite everyone for continued fellowship in the church hall. Internment will be private.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Rob’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society for Pancreatic Cancer Research [email protected].
Arrangements entrusted to Moss Family Funeral Home – St. Charles 630-584-2000 or www.mossfuneral.com
Robert grew up in the small town of Ohio, Illinois, with his brother and three sisters where he was forced to walk 5 miles to school, uphill both ways, in the snow. He received an associate’s in science as well as an auto mechanics certification from Illinois Valley Community College. Rob later joined the Automobile Mechanics’ Local 701 union and would work on anything involving a motor for the rest of his life.
While working at his first job at the very up and coming McDonalds Corporation in Princeton, Illinois, he met his wife Sarah. After marrying her he realized the joke was on him and they proceeded to have 34 years filled with lots of love and a little bit of loathing together.
Shortly after Amanda was born in 1987, Rob and Sarah moved to Saint Charles, Illinois. Determining that life was not hectic enough, in early 1988 they had their second daughter, Adrian. In 1992, with the hope of a better tomorrow that a new Star Trek series brings, the couple joyfully welcomed their third daughter, Robin. He did not accept the new captain as enthusiastically.
Donned in a baseball cap and tools in hand, Rob was always ready and willing to help anyone in need. As the years went by, he collected many close friends as well as some daughters by association, making his help and humor endlessly appreciated. Rob enjoyed his abundant car ownership over the years as well as two motorcycles. He was also a member of the Lake Michigan Model Car Club, where he met other individuals with similar hobbies to him.
He leaves behind his wife, three daughters, and numerous pets that he had very little say in adopting but nonetheless loved. They, along with his extensive model car and tool collection, will miss him dearly
Rob is survived by his loving wife, Sarah Marie Travis; his three daughters, Amanda (Alexander) Hinrichs, Adrian (Barb Wuchte) Travis and Robin Travis; his three sisters, Donna, Tracy and Cheryl; his brother, Michael and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Sandy Travis; and one sister, Tina.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at St. Charles Episcopal Church, 994 N 5th Ave, St. Charles, IL 60174. Immediately following the service, the family would like to invite everyone for continued fellowship in the church hall. Internment will be private.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Rob’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society for Pancreatic Cancer Research [email protected].
Arrangements entrusted to Moss Family Funeral Home – St. Charles 630-584-2000 or www.mossfuneral.com
Robert John “Rob” Travis Jr., 55, of St. Charles, IL., formerly of Ohio, IL., passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2019, surrounded by his family at home. Rob was born on November 4, 1963 in Spring Valley, IL. the son of Robert and Kathleen (nee. Coble) Travis Sr. He was united in marriage to Sarah Marie Stiles on October 17, 1985 in Princeton, IL.
Robert grew up in the small town of Ohio, Illinois, with his brother and three sisters where he was forced to walk 5 miles to school, uphill both ways, in the snow. He received an associate’s in science as well as an auto mechanics certification from Illinois Valley Community College. Rob later joined the Automobile Mechanics’ Local 701 union and would work on anything involving a motor for the rest of his life.
While working at his first job at the very up and coming McDonalds Corporation in Princeton, Illinois, he met his wife Sarah. After marrying her he realized the joke was on him and they proceeded to have 34 years filled with lots of love and a little bit of loathing together.
Shortly after Amanda was born in 1987, Rob and Sarah moved to Saint Charles, Illinois. Determining that life was not hectic enough, in early 1988 they had their second daughter, Adrian. In 1992, with the hope of a better tomorrow that a new Star Trek series brings, the couple joyfully welcomed their third daughter, Robin. He did not accept the new captain as enthusiastically.
Donned in a baseball cap and tools in hand, Rob was always ready and willing to help anyone in need. As the years went by, he collected many close friends as well as some daughters by association, making his help and humor endlessly appreciated. Rob enjoyed his abundant car ownership over the years as well as two motorcycles. He was also a member of the Lake Michigan Model Car Club, where he met other individuals with similar hobbies to him.
He leaves behind his wife, three daughters, and numerous pets that he had very little say in adopting but nonetheless loved. They, along with his extensive model car and tool collection, will miss him dearly
Rob is survived by his loving wife, Sarah Marie Travis; his three daughters, Amanda (Alexander) Hinrichs, Adrian (Barb Wuchte) Travis and Robin Travis; his three sisters, Donna, Tracy and Cheryl; his brother, Michael and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Sandy Travis; and one sister, Tina.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at St. Charles Episcopal Church, 994 N 5th Ave, St. Charles, IL 60174. Immediately following the service, the family would like to invite everyone for continued fellowship in the church hall. Internment will be private.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Rob’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society for Pancreatic Cancer Research [email protected].
Arrangements entrusted to Moss Family Funeral Home – St. Charles 630-584-2000 or www.mossfuneral.com
Robert grew up in the small town of Ohio, Illinois, with his brother and three sisters where he was forced to walk 5 miles to school, uphill both ways, in the snow. He received an associate’s in science as well as an auto mechanics certification from Illinois Valley Community College. Rob later joined the Automobile Mechanics’ Local 701 union and would work on anything involving a motor for the rest of his life.
While working at his first job at the very up and coming McDonalds Corporation in Princeton, Illinois, he met his wife Sarah. After marrying her he realized the joke was on him and they proceeded to have 34 years filled with lots of love and a little bit of loathing together.
Shortly after Amanda was born in 1987, Rob and Sarah moved to Saint Charles, Illinois. Determining that life was not hectic enough, in early 1988 they had their second daughter, Adrian. In 1992, with the hope of a better tomorrow that a new Star Trek series brings, the couple joyfully welcomed their third daughter, Robin. He did not accept the new captain as enthusiastically.
Donned in a baseball cap and tools in hand, Rob was always ready and willing to help anyone in need. As the years went by, he collected many close friends as well as some daughters by association, making his help and humor endlessly appreciated. Rob enjoyed his abundant car ownership over the years as well as two motorcycles. He was also a member of the Lake Michigan Model Car Club, where he met other individuals with similar hobbies to him.
He leaves behind his wife, three daughters, and numerous pets that he had very little say in adopting but nonetheless loved. They, along with his extensive model car and tool collection, will miss him dearly
Rob is survived by his loving wife, Sarah Marie Travis; his three daughters, Amanda (Alexander) Hinrichs, Adrian (Barb Wuchte) Travis and Robin Travis; his three sisters, Donna, Tracy and Cheryl; his brother, Michael and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Sandy Travis; and one sister, Tina.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at St. Charles Episcopal Church, 994 N 5th Ave, St. Charles, IL 60174. Immediately following the service, the family would like to invite everyone for continued fellowship in the church hall. Internment will be private.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Rob’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society for Pancreatic Cancer Research [email protected].
Arrangements entrusted to Moss Family Funeral Home – St. Charles 630-584-2000 or www.mossfuneral.com
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