Robert Earl Downs' Obituary
Robert “Bob” Earl Downs of Decatur, IL passed away October 15, 2020 at Prairie Creek Village.
Bob was born October 18, 1948, the son of Donald and Maxine (Pownall) Downs. He married Marilyn Lindstrom on June 6, 1969 in Moweaqua, IL. Bob retired from the city of Decatur, Fleet Maintenance department.
Bob was preceded in death by his wife, parents and step-father Arlett Knight; brothers E. Lyle Downs and James Downs; brother-in-law, Ben Finfrock.
He is survived by his children, Michael Downs of Decatur, IL, Robert Douglas Downs (Natalie) of Clinton, UT, Amanda Downs of Bethany, IL; sister-in-law, Shirlene Downs of Staunton, IL, Marsha Finfrock of Altamont, IL; brother-in-law, Martin Lindstrom of Decatur, IL, Kent Lindstrom (Ginny) of Decatur, IL and three grandchildren, Kadence, Nicholas, and Colton.
Private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Memorials: Donor choice.
The Moran and Goebel Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Bob. Condolences may be left to his family at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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