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Robert Hirschberg

South Roxana |

Robert Charles Hirschberg, 79, passed away at 6:14 p.m. Sunday, December 2, 2018 at University Nursing and Rehab Center in Edwardsville. Born August 22, 1939 in East St. Louis, IL.  He was the son of Charles O. and Julia G. Hirschberg.  On November 25, 1967, he married Nancy Golenor.  She survives and also surviving are a daughter, Terrie (Mark) Weible of Jerseyville, 4 sons, Charles (Kelli) Hirschberg of Godfrey, Steven Gibson of Edwardsville, Randy Gibson of South Roxana, Rusty (Michelle) Gibson of Dow. 12 grandchildren,  Heather, Ryan, Jordan, Hope, Bailey, Randy, Melisa, Madison, Kyle, Kelsie, Mikey and Jerry along with great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Also, a special niece, Sherri Dixon-Rudd.  Robert served in the U.S. Army. He retired from Beal Manufacturing.  He enjoyed playing golf and working at Belk Park Golf Course where he was known as “Ranger Bob.”  He also enjoyed  playing cards with friends.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alton VFW Post 1308 or St. Jude’s Hospital for Children.  Per Bob’s wishes, his services will be private.


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