Robert Fletcher, 91, of Belleville, IL, born Monday, January 21, 1929 in Modesto, IL, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2020 at his residence in Belleville, IL.
Robert was a Biology teacher for East St. Louis Senior H.S. for 36 years. He was a member of Winstanley Baptist Church in Fairview Heights, IL. He was a Korean War Army Veteran.
He was preceded in death by his:
- Parents: William E. and Nellie, nee Fletcher, Fletcher
- Daughter: Sharon M. Koontz
- 9 brothers & sisters
Surviving are his:
- Wife: Joan, nee Broom, Fletcher of Belleville, IL
- Daughter: Nancy L. (Dan) Idoux of Fairview Heights, IL
- Brother: Stanley Fletcher of Springfield, IL
- Grandchildren
- Stephen Idoux of Fairview Heights, IL
- Jonathan Idoux of Fairview Heights, IL
- Alyssa Koontz of Crystal Lake, IL
- Son- in-law: Greg Koontz, O’Fallon, IL
- Dear nieces and nephews
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the Winstanley Baptist Church in Fairview Heights, IL or Donor’s Choice.
Funeral: Private family services and interment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, MO.
9 Comments To "Robert Fletcher"
#1 Comment By Lynn (HILL) Sabo On May 14, 2020 @ 5:25 pm
Rest in peace Mr. Fletcher. I remember you well at East Side. You were a very nice, helpful teacher.
#2 Comment By Jim Wade On May 15, 2020 @ 6:27 pm
Sure will be missed as a friend and our shared combat experiences during the Korean War. God Bess and Rest In Peace.
#3 Comment By Lori Revelle On May 15, 2020 @ 8:28 pm
I’m so very sorry for your loss, Aunt Joan and Nancy. Rest In Peace, Uncle Bob. You will be greatly missed…
#4 Comment By Debbie Burnett On May 17, 2020 @ 10:34 am
Wishing you peace and comfort during this hard time. Mr. Fletcher was an exceptional teacher, and a great man. He will always be remember for his kind ways.
#5 Comment By Sharon (Robinson) Crockett On May 17, 2020 @ 2:41 pm
I’m sorry to hear of your loss. May God wrap His arms of comfort around the family as you go through your loss. East St. Louis Senior High Class of 1973.
#6 Comment By Laurie Caringer On May 17, 2020 @ 6:20 pm
Joan and Nancy, I’m so sorry for your loss, but happy for the promise of eternal life that Mr. Fletcher is experiencing. Love to you and your family!
#7 Comment By Maureen (Carty) Reed On May 18, 2020 @ 4:39 pm
I am so sorry for your loss, Nancy and Mrs. Fletcher.
#8 Comment By Bill Buchana On May 27, 2020 @ 9:33 pm
I was sorry to hear of Mr Fletchers passing. I had him for biology at East Side in the late 50s. He was a great teacher. And as a Viet Nam vet I appreciate that he was also a veteran.
#9 Comment By Alyssa Koontz On February 6, 2022 @ 10:04 pm
Grandpa, I miss you more than you could ever believe. I wish I had time to visit you one more time before your time ended. There are many memories remaining of you, and all I can say is that they are positive, happy memories. Thank you for being the best papa ever!