Homer E. Kelnhofer

Homer E. Kelnhofer, 88, of Champaign, formerly of Milford passed away on December 24, 2019. He was born on January 15, 1931 in Beecher, IL to Adolph M. and Anna W. Kelnhofer.

He married Elizabeth F. Robertson on May 2, 1954 in Hoopeston, IL. She preceded him in death on April 21, 1999.

Mr. Kelnhofer worked at American Can in Hoopeston for 43 years. He retired in January 1993. Homer was a Korean War Veteran and served with the U.S. Army.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, watching football and long drives in the country. When raising his family, he enjoyed long camping trips and meeting new people along the way.

Surviving is his daughter, Brenda (Doug) Shireman; sons, Greg (Brenda) Kelnhofer, Jim (Teresa) Kelnhofer; nine grandchildren, Melia, Scott, Jamie, Lisa, Doug, Ben, Erika, Kelly and Stratten. He had 9 great-grandchildren.

His parents, 9 brothers and 3 sisters preceded him in death, along with his grandson, Bradley James.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Danville, Illinois, 3940 North Vermilion St. Danville, Illinois 61834 is handling arrangements. Memorials can be made in his name to the American Alzheimers Association. Please join Homers family in sharing photos and memories on his tribute wall at www. sunsetfuneralhome.com