Jerry Robbins

FOWLER, Ill. -- Jerry L. Robbins, 66, of Fowler, died Friday (May 16, 2014) in the Blessing Hospital Emergency Room.

Jerry was born Nov. 4, 1947, in Quincy, a son of the late Lester D. and Goldie M. (Viar) Robbins.

He attended Unity High School in Mendon and attended St. Paul United Church of Christ in Fowler. Jerry worked for several body shops in the area. He loved Ford vehicles. He was a fan of NASCAR; his favorite driver was Carl Edwards. He enjoyed going to the races at Quincy Raceways and working in and around his home.

Survivors include a brother, Lawrence (Carolyn) Robbins Jr., of Fowler; a sister, Diane (Jerry Sr.) Durbin, of Quincy; seven nieces and nephews; and 14 great-nieces and great-nephews.

Jerry was preceded in death by two brothers, William "Bill" Robbins and Lester D. Robbins Jr.; and a sister, Mary Salsman.

SERVICES: 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 21, in Home Cemetery, near Fowler, with the Rev. Keela Neumann conducting.

VISITATION: There will be no visitation, but friends are invited to the services in the cemetery.

MEMORIALS: Home Cemetery Association or donor's choice.

ARRANGEMENTS: Hunter Funeral Home, Golden.

WEBSITE: www.hunterfh.com.

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