Robert Larry Willgues
Robert Larry Willgues, 68, died peacefully at the home of his son in Columbia City at 8:40 p.m. Wednesday, February 10, 2016. He had been in failing health.
He was born Jan. 2, 1948, in Akron, a son of the late Robert Lehr and Mary Louise (Hamby) Willgues. His formative years were spent in Akron where he graduated high school.
He was a career truck driver spending the last ten years of his career with Dave Walter BMW in Akron. He was an avid Harley-Davidson fan and rider. He also enjoyed fishing, boating and cherished his time with his grandkids.
He is survived by his three sons: Thadd Mitchell, Columbia City; Ricky (Brittany) Willgues; Ryan Willgues, both of Austin, Texas; grandchildren: Tyler Mitchell; Lily Willgues; Paisley Willgues; and Oliver Willgues; great-granddaughter: Vivian BUrlage; a brother: Ronald Pompili, Poteau, Okla.; and a dear cousin: Iva McDaniel Sadler, Perry, Okla.
A private family visitation will be held at Smith and Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City. The burial will take place at Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, Okla. with Evans and Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, Okla. handling the arrangements.
Preferred memorials are to Parkview Home Health and Hospice.