Robert E. "Bob" McGrew Peoria, Illinois Obituary

Robert E. "Bob" McGrew

Robert E. “Bob” McGrew, 84, of Morton, passed away peacefully at 10:55PM on Friday November 12, 2021. He was born on Feb 19, 1937 in Peoria to Clark and Mary O’Connor McGrew. He married Marilyn Roth on May 25, 1963 at St. Mark’s Church and she preceded him in death on August 4, 2009. He is survived by two sons Thomas (Laura) McGrew of Indianapolis, and David (Nancy) McGrew of Germantown Hills; two daughters Sister Diane Marie OSF of Peoria, and Janet Albertson of Goodfield; 11 grandchildren Kellie, Will, Joseph, Jacob, Jack, Joshua, Luke, Amanda, Claire, Henry, and Penelope. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother James. After high school, he entered the United States Navy Seabees, where he served for 3 years, 11 months and 22 days. He joined the apprenticeship for International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) local 34 where he was a member for 59 years. He retired from Koener Electric in 1999. Bob was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church, but he raised his family at St. Mark’s Catholic Church, where he spent countless hours doing maintenance in both the school and the church. Bob loved to maintain and repair everything. There wasn’t anything he couldn’t fix. Bob volunteered on the Tazewell Military Rites Team, and he was the pancake maker at the Deer Creek American Legion breakfasts. He enjoyed helping his children repair and maintain their homes, and he loved attending his grandchildren’s activities whenever he could. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10 AM Saturday November 20th 2021 at St. Mark’s Church with the Reverend Monsignor Brian Brownsey officiating. Visitation will be from 4-7 PM on Friday at Wright and Salmon Mortuary with recitation of the rosary at 6:45 PM. Additional visitation will be 30 minutes before the Mass at the church. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in West Peoria. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark’s Church, OSF Home Care Services, or Nitsch Theatre Arts NFP. Friends and family may sign the online guestbook by logging onto www.wrightandsalmon.com.
February 19, 1937 - November 12, 202102/19/193711/12/2021
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Mari Ann Jackson
November 18, 2021
We were so sorry to hear the news about Mr. McGrew. We always enjoyed seeing him when he visited Indianapolis. He valued spending time with family! We especially enjoyed having him join us for Thanksgiving dinners. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all... Continue Reading
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Father Edward U. Ohm
November 18, 2021
Saddened by the news. I will include Bob and his family in my upcoming Mass intentions and rosaries.
Eternal rest, grant unto his soul, O Lord, and let the perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God ... Continue Reading
Candle of Peace was posted for Robert E. "Bob" McGrew.
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Barbara Roth
November 17, 2021
To the McGrew Family I am sending my sympathies on the passing of your father on November 12th. Bob was a good, honorable man who cared deeply for his wife, my sister, Marilyn. He was proud of each of his children and their accomplishments and of his eleven grandchildr... Continue Reading
Coffee and Cake was posted for Robert E. "Bob" McGrew.
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The Albertson Children
November 17, 2021
Grandpa, May you walk peacefully with the Lord and watch over all of us who love you.
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Greg Filzen
November 16, 2021
I remember my Uncle Bob always being in a fun mood at Christmas. When I finally moved back to Illinois, any Christmas holiday always had a present for me under the tree. I remember going square dancing with Bob and Marilyn when I was in high school. He was a salt of the ... Continue Reading
Candle of Love was posted for Robert E. "Bob" McGrew.
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Greg Filzen and Barbara Roth
November 16, 2021
With deepest sympathy and fond memories of Bob McGrew. We will miss him.
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Denise Johnson
November 15, 2021
Heartfelt condolences go out to Bob's immediate family while he was a resident at LHV.
Candle of Peace was posted for Robert E. "Bob" McGrew.
Candle of Peace was posted for Robert E. "Bob" McGrew.
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Lisa Healey
November 15, 2021
My Uncle Bob was a kind man, a good family man with a strong work ethic and a deep love of family. While steady as a rock and dependable, Uncle Bob had a sense of humor and youthful spirit that showed up in the way he was around children. I remember visits to Bob and M... Continue Reading
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Mother M. Mediatrix
November 15, 2021
With many prayers, Mother M. Mediatrix and the Alton Franciscan Sisters.
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David and Sylvia Grethey
November 14, 2021
Bob was a great neighbor. Years ago he would come down to fish frys at our house. He always had a smile. Sometimes when he was walking we would meet on the road. We will miss him. Deepest sympathy to his family.
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