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Robert J. Frey

December 6, 1952 — November 22, 2023

Robert J. Frey, 70, of Columbia, IL, died November 22, 2023, in Waterloo, IL. He was born December 6, 1952, in Red Bud, IL.

    He is survived by his wife Jania K. Frey, nee Howard; son Michael (Melissa) Kohlenberger; grandchildren Michael R. Kohlenberger, Maura E. Kohlenberger; sister Jeannine Frey; brothers Philip Frey, David Frey, and Russ (Ginny) Frey; nephew Zach Frey.

    He is preceded in death by his parents Philip & Mary Jane  (nee Butler) Frey.

    Robert was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He was also a classic car enthusiast, avid deer hunter, and outdoorsman.

As an expression of sympathy the family prefers memorial contributions to: 
American Heart Association

Visitation:
    4 PM to 7 PM Monday, November 27, 2023 at Quernheim Funeral Home
    8:30 AM until 9:30 AM Tuesday at Quernheim Funeral Home

Funeral Mass:
    10 AM Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at Immaculate Conception Church in Columbia, IL
        Father Steve Thoma officiating
    Interment at Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Columbia, IL

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Service Schedule

Past Services

Visitation

Monday, November 27, 2023

4:00 - 7:00 pm (Central time)

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Visitation

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

8:30 - 9:30 am (Central time)

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Funeral Mass

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Starts at 10:00 am (Central time)

Immaculate Conception Church

411 Palmer Rd, Columbia, IL 62236

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