Robert L. Del Favero

         Robert L. Del Favero, age 91 of Palmetto, Florida, formerly of Jonesboro, died Thursday, January 19, 2023 at Blake Hospital in Bradenton, Florida. He was born April 25, 1931 in Chicago, the son of Geno and Dorothy (Bonnert) Del Favero. He married Jean Florence Stonell on October 20, 1956 in Westchester. She preceded him in death on June 30, 2010.

          Robert is survived by his son, William “Bill” Del Favero and daughter Jana Del Favero both of Palmetto, FL; sister in law, Joann (Paul) Prell of Downers Grove; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jean Del Favero; and two brothers, Paul L., and James G. Del Favero.

          Robert honorably served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was a retired butcher, working many years for Jewell Foods and later Boyd’s Butchering. Robert loved traveling, watching baseball and spending time with his family. He will be dearly missed.

          Graveside funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 30, 2023 at the Anna Cemetery with Rev. Dr. David Fischler officiating. Interment will immediately follow. Military rites will be conducted by the Carroll P. Foster Post #3455 of the V.F.W. in Anna and the Scott Air Force Base Honor Guard Military Honor Team. Those attending are asked to go directly to the cemetery.     

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