Robert L. Grover
Robert L. Grover, age 69, of 1918 Cherry LN, died on Friday, August 22, 2008 at 5:30 PM in his home. He was born on May 24, 1939 in Elmwood, Illinois, the son of John Brown & Ruth ( Kratzer) Grover. He married Susan Simonton on June 5, 1982 in Kensington, MD. She survives. Mr. Grover was a Band Director and Music Teacher in various areas throughout Illinois and Missouri. Most recently he had taught in Meridosia and Bluffs. Mr. Grover was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints playing the piano for various services. Robert enjoyed giving free music lessons to children and loved organic gardening.
In addition to his wife, he is also survived by:
THREE CHILDREN: Danielle Grover, Emily Grover, and John Grover all of Quincy.
ONE BROTHER: Larry Grover and his wife Marilyn
ONE SISTER: Joan Pearson
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 25, 2008 at 10:00 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints by Bishop Gene Mann. Interment in Greenmount Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday evening from 4-7 PM at the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to an Educational Fund for his children.
Mr Grover taught me in back in the 70’s when I was in grade school/jr high, in Eldorado. Teachers always make a influence on their students. He was a very patient man and an excellent teacher. God bless you all.
I am sorry to hear of Mr. Grover’s passing. He was my elementary music teacher in Eldorado. He also gave me piano lessons in his home for some time. My thouhts and prayers are with your family.
I worked with Bob in Eldorado for many years. I am so sorry for your lose. Bob was a wonderful teacher and friend. May God bless you all. Marlene Febuary
The news of Bob’s passing saddens me greatly. He was a fine music teacher and a kind, patient, wonderful man. God bless him and his family. He will be sorely missed by us all.
Deena “Delancy” Cullum
formerly of Eldorado Illinois.
now living West of Tulsa Oklahoma.
I just wanted to say Mr. Grover was my band teacher in junior high in Eldorado Illinois and I really appreciated his patience. He stuck by us every step of the way and he will be sadly misses. I haven’t seen him in years that was back in 1981-82 but he was a great music teacher. So sorry for your loss. Eldorado Junior High Band member.