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Robert “Bob” Schobert

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Robert “Bob” Schobert, 79, of Belleville, IL, born Friday, November 27, 1942, in St. Louis, MO, passed away Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in Saint Louis, MO.

Bob was the co-owner of Bi-County Glass in Belleville, IL. Bi-County Bob, as many knew him, was one of a kind, he loved his family more than anything. In his early 30’s you might have seen him at the track on his Motorcycle, he was a member of Belleville Enduro Team. Bob enjoyed many years of league bowling at various local Alleys. In his early 40’s you would find him at Top Hat Tavern shooting pool in the pool league, if not there he would be out cuttin a rug at Bobby’s. An entrepreneur that started Bi-County Glass back in the 80’s with a friend/coworker, he built a business there until his retirement. He was a self-made man that could fix anything!

He was preceded in death by his:

Surviving are his:

Memorials: Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Visitation: Visitation from 10:00 – 12:40 pm, Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL.

Cemetery: A Funeral procession will leave at 12:40 pm, on Wednesday, July 6, 2022 from Kurrus Funeral Home for a 1:00 pm Graveside Service at Walnut Hill Cemetery in Belleville, IL.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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14 Comments To "Robert “Bob” Schobert"

#1 Comment By Colleen Mory On June 30, 2022 @ 1:47 pm

Merry & family: I was so shocked to hear of Bob’s passing. What a wonderful man he was! He was so friendly and kind. I will be out of town, so I will miss his service, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all!

#2 Comment By Brian Smith On June 30, 2022 @ 3:37 pm

Schobert Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. May Bob’s memory always be a blessing to you.

#3 Comment By Stephanie Berry On June 30, 2022 @ 9:30 pm

Dear Merry, Mike, Laurie, Jenna, Austin, & Bane,

Bob is a WONDERFUL man, who’s soul went straight to Heaven. May he be at peace. I have you all in my thoughts and prayers.

With sympathy & love,
Stephanie Berry

#4 Comment By Christy Schobert-Licavoli On July 22, 2022 @ 6:17 pm

Thanks Brian, I appreciate you and my work family.

#5 Comment By Kent Owens On June 30, 2022 @ 4:14 pm

Sorry to hear of Robert’s passing. May you find peace in this difficult time.

#6 Comment By Christy Schobert-Licavoli On July 22, 2022 @ 6:18 pm

Thanks Kent, I appreciate your kind words and support.

#7 Comment By Tina and Jim Adams On July 1, 2022 @ 3:16 pm

The world has lost a good man. Sending you all our love and prayers. xoxo

#8 Comment By Christy Schobert-Licavoli On July 22, 2022 @ 6:19 pm

Thanks Tina and Jim. Love you

#9 Comment By Terry Schwarz On July 1, 2022 @ 8:42 pm

RIP Bob 🙏🙏🙏

#10 Comment By Vernon Obermeier On July 3, 2022 @ 10:51 am

Merry, I was shocked to hear about Bob, he was just here last week! You have my deepest sympathy, I’m going to miss him as everyone will.

#11 Comment By Alan J Yung On July 4, 2022 @ 2:58 am

See you on the other side Bob.. Sorry for the families loss.

#12 Comment By Christy Schobert-Licavoli On July 22, 2022 @ 6:21 pm

Thanks Al, you were a good and longtime friend of Dads

#13 Comment By Tina On July 6, 2022 @ 8:23 am

Mike and Christy, so sorry to on the passing of you Dad. I have memories of the house and pool in our neighborhood growing up. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family as you navigate the days ahead.

Tina Williams (Riechoff)

#14 Comment By Christy Schobert-Licavoli On July 22, 2022 @ 6:23 pm

Thanks Tina, we definitely have some great memories from our neighborhood. We grew up in a great time.