Robert Jarvis

Robert Clinton Jarvis, 82, of Naples, Florida, formerly of Westville, passed away Sunday, July 30, 2017, at his home. He was born on December 23, 1934, to Clint and Edith {McElwee} Jarvis in Danville, IL. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Luanne {Fogleman}; his son, Bradley (Lisa) Jarvis; his daughters, Stacey (Ron) Howe & Darcy (Doug) Vance; his sisters-in-law, Linda Cannon & Millie (Mike) Wilson; his brothers-in-law, John (Dotsy) Fogleman & Ron (Olga) Fogleman; his five granddaughters; seven grandsons; three great grandchildren; his several nieces & nephews; and his dear friend, Jim (Mary) Nigra. He was preceded in death by: his parents; his brother, Jerry Jarvis; and his sons, Steve Jarvis & Jeff Price. Robert graduated from Westville High School and served in the US Army from 1954-1956. He retired from TeePak after 38 years. Robert had been an artist starting at the age of eight, doing pencil drawings, water colors, and oils. His latest artwork was scrimshaw where he created many pieces that were admired by all who saw them. Robert's other hobbies included mushroom hunting, fishing, hunting, poker and following the St. Louis Cardinals. For the last 30 years, he became an avid Karaoke singer in the style of Johnny Cash. He gained the nickname of "The Boy from Illinois" by his friends in Naples. A celebration of Robert's life will be held at 10:0am, Saturday, August 5, 2017, at Sunset-Urbas Funeral Chapel, 414 S State St, Westville, IL, with Pastor Connie Tapp-Bandy officiating. Visitation will be held 5:00pm to 7:00pm, Friday, August 4, 2017, at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest in Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Westville. Please join his family in sharing memories through his Tribute Wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.

Visitation Aug 4, 2017 Friday, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Sunset-Urbas Funeral Chapel 414 S. State Street Westville, IL 61883 Celebration of Life Aug 5, 2017 Saturday, 10:00 AM Sunset-Urbas Funeral Chapel 414 S. State Street Westville, IL 61883 Final Resting Place Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery Westville Westville, IL 61883