Robert Dale “Bob” Deisher, 89, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025 at Wabash General Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was born on November 26, 1935 in Bone Gap, Illinois, the son of Herbert and Edna Ula (Murphy) Deisher. He faithfully served his Country in the United States Army. Bob married Janice Doty on June 21, 1957 and together they enjoyed sixty-seven years of marriage centered on their family.
Bob will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather who treasured time with his family. He had a passion for woodworking and took great pride in crafting a beautiful cradle for each of his boys when they welcomed their first children into the world. Bob was deeply involved in the Boy Scouts, serving as leader for over fifteen years where he made a lasting impact on many young lives. In his free time, Bob enjoyed working in his garden and was always proud of his tomatoes and green beans to share with the family. He was a dedicated employee who devoted thirty-five years of hard work and commitment to Snap-on Tools. Bob was a member of Church of Christ in Albion, IL. He will be deeply missed by his family and all who knew him.
Bob will be remembered by his loving wife, Janice Deisher; three sons, Jeff Deisher and wife, Jeannette, Kent Deisher and wife, Marci, Dave Deisher and wife, Kris; grandchildren, Dustin (Kayla) Deisher, Dathan (Katie) Deisher, Jenna (Fletcher) Brinkmeyer, Erin (Zach) Goldman, Steven (Jade) Deisher, Nicholas (Taylor) Deisher, Jacob (Jessica) Deisher, Sam Deisher, Isabelle (Clayton Halbig) Deisher; great grandchildren, Mason Deisher, Owen Deisher, Aubrey Deisher, Lainey Deisher, Eliza Deisher, Henry Deisher, Hayes Deisher, Beckham Deisher, Bellamy Deisher, Barrett Deisher, Jaxon Goldman, Jace Goldman, Julia Goldman, Ruby Deisher, Pearl Deisher, Liam Hardy, Jack Hardy; brother, Gerald Deisher; many loved cousins, nieces and nephews.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Devin Deisher; siblings, Charles Deisher, Raymond Deisher, Harold Deisher, Dorothy Pope, Maxine Montgomery, Olive Byford, and Mary Kennedy.
Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 4, 2025, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 5, 2025, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Minister Roger Hillis officiating. Burial with Full Military Honors will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made in Bob’s memory to American Cancer Society or to American Heart Association. 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 Bob’s tribute wall and leave condolences for the Deisher family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
