Harold Bott

Harold Bott, age 93, left this world to be with the Lord on October 19, 2022. He was born on October 18, 1929, in Danville, IL, to Roy and Mildred (Stewart) Bott.

Harold grew up in Tilton, IL and resided there his whole life. Harold served for six years in the United States Army attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. His term of service for the nation was during the Korean War. For many years Harold was very active with the VFW Post 728 serving as Post Chaplain for thirteen years and ten years as a Commander of the Honor Guard. He held a Veteran (Lifetime) Membership in The Gideons International and was a long-time member of Central Park Church of Christ in Tilton, IL. Harold retired as Director of Buildings and Grounds for Danville District 118 in 1995. Harold was someone who was reliable and understood the true value of hard work. He was also someone who greatly enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Harold was a beloved husband, father, grandpa, and friend. He was steadfast in his faith, always caring and willing to help others.

Harold was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Alfred and David, his wife Betty, and his daughter Kathy. He is survived by his son Kelly Bott of Tilton, IL. His grandchildren Aaron (Teri Lynn) Bott, Kandi (Nicholas) Pryor, Brandon Bott, Kylee (Stephanie) Bott, Brook Bott, Kaitlyn Bott and his many great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 10am-12pm on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 3940 N Vermilion Street Danville, Illinois, 61834. Service will follow at 12pm at the funeral home. Graveside committal with military honors will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Please join Harolds family in sharing memories on his tribute wall at sunsetfuneralhome.com.

Services Visitation Saturday October 29, 2022 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center 3940 N Vermilion St. Danville, Il 61834 Funeral Service Saturday October 29, 2022 12:00 PM Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center 3940 N Vermilion St. Danville, Il 61834 Graveside Service Saturday October 29, 2022 1:00 PM Sunset Memorial Park 3901 N. Vermilion Street Danville, , IL 61834