Robert M. Seitz, 82, of Mt. Vernon, passed away Friday, December 27, 2013 at Mt. Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born March 4, 1931 in Decatur, IL to Harold and Geraldine (Goldenstein) Seitz. Bob was a long time member of First Presbyterian Church in Mt. Vernon where he was an Elder and Clerk of Session and was the head of building and grounds. He retired from Babcock and Wilcox. Bob owned Sandy’s Hallmark and the R&S Coin Laundry. He was also a member of the Elks, enjoyed woodworking, and the game of golf.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Geraldine Seitz; three brothers, Kenneth, Carl, and Lloyd Seitz; and his son Richard Seitz.

Bob is survived by his wife of 55 years, Sandra (Winings) Seitz; daughter, Vivian Lynn Funk of Mt. Vernon; sons, Scott (Robin) Seitz of McDonough, Georgia and Darrin (Lisa) Seitz of Mt. Vernon; grandchildren, Derek and Brandon Funk, Dustin (Janelle), Austyn, and Matthew Seitz, and 6 great-grandchildren.

Memorial service will be held at 11:00 am Thursday, January 2, 2014 at First Presbyterian Church 120 East 6th Street Mt. Vernon with Laurie Fields officiating.

Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 11:00 am service time Thursday, January 2, 2014 at the church.