Robert K. "Bob" Birk's obituary , Passed away on February 24, 2025 in Brighton, Illinois

Robert K. "Bob" Birk

January 19, 1937 - February 24, 2025 (88 years old)

Brighton, Illinois

Robert K. "Bob" Birk's obituary , Passed away on February 24, 2025 in Brighton, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Anderson Family Funeral Home

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Robert K. "Bob" Birk

January 19, 1937 - February 24, 2025 (88 years old)

Brighton, Illinois

Robert K. Birk Obituary

The memory of Robert K. Birk of Brighton, Illinois, who passed away on February 24, 2025 at the age of 88, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Birk and Lillian Birk (Johnston); and his brother Charles Birk. He is survived by: his spouse Shirley Zirges; his children, Karen Hoefler (Ken) of Battle Creek, NE and Dave Birk (Joy) of Maryville, IL; his grandchildren, Kaleb Hoefler (Erika), Kyla Jones (Tyler), Klayton Hoefler and Kourtney Jones (Camden); his great grandchildren, Kensington, Everleigh, Stella, Brynn, Lewis, Clara and Scotti; and his brother John Birk (Sharon).

Visitation will be held on Friday, February 28th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Anderson Family Funeral Home (501 W Center St, Brighton, IL 62012). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 1st 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Faith Baptist Church (7505 N Humbert Rd, Godfrey, IL 62035).

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Faith Baptist Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Anderson Family Funeral Home



Fri

Feb 28

Visitation

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Anderson Family Funeral Home
501 W Center St, Brighton, IL 62012

Sat

Mar 01

Funeral service

10:00 AM

Faith Baptist Church
7505 N Humbert Rd, Godfrey, IL 62035

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