Robert Krug, 80, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Friday, December 13, 2024, at Oakview Nursing and Rehab.  He was born on June 16, 1944, in Princeton, Indiana, the son of Robert A. and Genevieve (Goodson) Krug.  He married Patricia Xanders on January 6, 1986, in Henderson, Kentucky, and they enjoyed thirty-seven years of marriage until her passing on July 3, 2023.

Robert faithfully served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam war.  He worked in the coal mines for many years until he retired.  He enjoyed mushroom hunting and watching western movies.  Among Robert’s favorite food was fried green tomatoes.  

Robert leaves behind his sons, Robert (Elizabeth) Krug, Jr., Gary (Margie) Krug, Ray (Jennifer) Krug, Patrick (Christy) Krug, Brian Krug; stepchildren, Grover (Peggy) Bright, Melinda (Gary) Slunder; one brother, Frank Krug; two sisters, Jane (Lloyd) Deisher, Nina (Scott) Alka; many loved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, and beloved wife, Pat. 

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.   

Graveside Services will follow the Visitation at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at Lick Prairie Cemeterywith Brother Bill Reed officiating.  Robert will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife, Pat.

Memorial contributions may be made in Robert’s memory to the Wabash County Animal Shelter Buddies. Envelopes will be at the funeral home or can be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863.

Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements.  To view Robert’s tribute wall, and leave condolences for the Krug family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com