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Robert H. Pierce, of Chester

Robert H. Pierce, 93, of Chester, Illinois, passed away at 6:20 a.m., Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at Three Springs Lodge Nursing Home in Chester, Illinois.

He was born to the late Henry Herman and Lula (nee Brayfield) Pierce on May 5, 1924 in Chester.

He married Betty Jane Cockrum on June 7, 1947 in Sesser. She preceded him in death on April 16, 1996.

Robert was a Marine veteran of WWII and was a retired captain at Menard Correctional Center. Robert was a life member of both the VFW Post 3553 and the American Legion Alva Courier Post 487 in Chester.

Survivors include two sons - Tom (Jacqueline) Pierce, Chester and Robert (Cynthia) Pierce, Chester and two grandchildren, Patsy Courson and Peggy Pierce.

He was preceded in death by parents, wife, Betty Pierce, and one sister. A private graveside service was held Friday, December 8, 2017 at Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser with Deacon Don Berry officiating.

Interment is at Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser.

Memorials can be made to First Christian Church, Chester.

To view this obituary and sign the register book visit www.pmfh.net.