Born: July 8, 1980 - Deceased: September 7, 2019
Robert M. (Bobby) Hatter, 39, of Belleville, IL, born Tuesday, July 8, 1980, in Springfield, IL, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2019.
Bobby worked in the power generation and construction equipment industries.
Bobby loved his little girl, who he affectionately called “Boo”, loved all the activities of her life, loved to ride and share time on the bike with her, watch her as catcher on her softball team, often giving her pointers since he also caught when he played ball.
He was a friend to a countless number of people, many times described as a man who would do anything for you, always ready to help in anyway he could.
We are going to miss his truly unique sense of humor, always ready to go one on one with you, catching you off-guard and able to make you laugh at him and yourself.
Bobby was a man with a heart of compassion, a big, burly guy on the outside, but with a genuine softness on the inside, “a big teddy bear”. We will miss your bear-hugs and the love you showed us, but more than anything, we will just be always and forever missing you, Bobby – we love you so!
We know your “First Day” in heaven was the best “Good Day” you’ve ever had.
He was preceded in death by his:
- Grandparents:
- Isham Hatter
- James Luden
- John & Loretta Sirtak
He will sadly be missed by:
- The joy & love of his life his Daughter: Meadow Rose Hatter of New Baden, IL
- Meadow’s mother: Tonya Hatter
- Parents: Robert L. & Barbara A., nee Sirtak, Hatter of Belleville, IL
- Brother: Daniel (Liz) Hatter of Winter Garden, FL
- Grandmother, Marion Luden-Hatter of Belleville, IL
- numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends
- The “brothers” of 100 mph Club
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donation maybe made for the daughter’s care, c/o Tonya Hatter. There is also a gofundme account set up for Meadow.
Visitation: Visitation from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Sunday, September 15, 2019 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, Illinois.
Funeral: Funeral Services will be held at 4:00 pm, Sunday, September 15, 2019 at Kurrus Funeral Home, with Pastor Paul Hooks officiating.
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Sending our heartfelt condolences and prayers during this difficult time to all family and friends. Most especially to Meadow whom I’ve never met. I do I feel like I know her through Bob’s posts! Last time we talked it was about our children. He was one very proud papa! And a great friend. We will miss seeing him around and laughing with him 🙁
Please share link so we can make a donation to Meadow.
Dawn Simmons/Dan Stern
Bob was truly a great person inside and out. Always treated my wife and I like gold. She loved his crazy bear hugs…He will missed by so many
We didn’t know you personally but many of those we love did.
We send our deepest condolences to your friends and family!
Dan ordered a plant before he got to see this. We hope someone in the family likes the plant and we will also donate to/for Meadow. TRs owner is raising money as well and intends to match up to a certain dollar amount.
Cant express the amount of love this man shared to all and that all shared for him truly a great loss to the world
Bobby was and will always be my cousin. He was a protector and a giver. His love for Meadow was undeniable. They were truly best friends. Both of their faces light up when the other one arrived. Bob and Barb, I am so sorry for your lose. But a great man you did raise. Only wish I could have been there when Jesus appeared before him. Miss you Bobby
My heart hurts over this. He was a remarkable man who I got the pleasure to meet on a whim the first time I ever went to the Corner. He in time became a friend who would listen to me complain and then follow up with do this shot and Shut up or get on the back of my bike and let’s ride for a bit to get your head right! He would give anyone the shirt off his back if needed or even the last dollar in his pocket if needed. He will be truly missed by everyone. RIP Bob! My sympathies to everyone who knows him, this one is a hard one for everyone
I will not forget the laughter I saw in you every time I was around you. RIP
Bobby, ride with angels and R.I.P. ?
He was a good friend and a good father and would do anything for anyone. He kept me out of trouble a few times. He will be greatly missed by by everyone who was a brother friend and mostly by his family RIP Bob and keep riding forever with your brother Cane.
We are better from knowing him…RIP Stump & Cheryl
Godspeed
I would like to send my deepest sympathies to the family and the friends. Of this remarkable MAN . I never new him but what I have seen and read about him the world has lost a remarkable person .. And God has Gained Anuther Angel…
Don’t cry little one Rejoice .
For we will meet Again..
Afterlife Organisation.
Pop’s
Will miss you Bobby and all the great times we had!!! Will never forget you knocking on door late at night with your arm in a sling and the time you did a burnout in front of house until your tire blew! You were one of a kind for sure! Rest easy bud!!!
Heartfelt condolences from Sin City Deciples M.C. Stl chapter. Bob was a great guy who’s presence was always enjoyed and will truly be missed by all.
Oh my sweet nephew. The many adventures we have had watching you grow into a man will never be forgotten. The tears are flowing and our hearts are broken but you are in Gods hands now and knowing this helps ease some of the pain. We love you Bobby and will hold your memories deep in our hearts until we meet again.
Barb and Bob, Danny and family and Meadow there are no words to say to take your pain away except that we love you and are here for you.
Love , Loretta and family
I looked for a while for words to say. Let me start by saying you will be missed more than you know. Many years and many laughs, smiles and you always coming to my rescue whenever I needed you. You meant more than you know. So many memories cherished with you. Rest easy Bobby….you truly were one of a kind and missed by many.
I’m sending love to the family and friends of Bobby. The world lost another wonder and good hearted person. Rest in Peace my friend. We will meet again some day.
Barbara & Bob , My deepest sympathy to you all on the loss of Bobby. The few times I met him I could tell he was a caring and giving guy! My prayers are with you during this difficult time .
My heart hurts to say until we meet again. I met you not long after losing my husband, your kindness and friendship was and always will be cherished. Say hello to my Hud who you said you would have loved to meet. God Speed my friend. God bless and give strength to his family. Ironically you were layed to rest on Huds birthday. The memory bench you had made for me will forever remind me of you both.