Bobbie Eugene Slover, age 74, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Wednesday afternoon, August 7, 2024, at his home.
He was born December 5, 1949, in Flora, the son of Lloyd L. and Nola Jaunita (Martin) Slover. He was united in marriage to Sandra F. Burgess on July 12, 1968, in Wayne County, and together they have shared 56 wedding anniversaries.
Bobbie had worked at Southwire in Flora, Rockwell in Centralia, and was an area farmer. He enjoyed going to tractor pulls, riding his four-wheeler, and spending time with his dog, Rowdy.
He is survived by his wife: Sandra Slover of Xenia; 2 daughters: Tonia Slover of Flora and Heather Slover of Flora; 4 grandchildren: Nick (Chelsea) Burgess of Troy, Laci Burgess of Lebanon, Chase Kanitz of Flora, and Maci Kanitz of Flora; 4 great-grandchildren: Abram, Cohen, Kody, and Rylee Burgess; brother: Ronnie L. Slover of Centralia; 3 sisters-in-law: Linda (Bill) McKinney, Peggy (Charles) Skaj, and Marsha (Tom) Heiple; brother-in-law: Rick (Kelly) Burgess; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and 2 brothers: Larry Slover and Stanley Slover.
Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to Clay County Cancer Crusaders, which will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
