Robert Henry Maddox

Robert Henry Maddox, 91, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, July 19, 2018 at Wyndcrest Assisted Living Facility in Rochester.He was born January 12, 1927, in Springfield to Luther Joseph and Louise Amanda Pickett Maddox. He married Betty Jane Abbott April 17, 1947 and she preceded him in death September 18, 2015. His siblings, Joseph, Francis, and Mildred Maddox and infant son, Craig all preceded him in death. He worked as an electrician at Pillsbury Mills and retired after 40 years of service. In 1965, he founded and operated 5 Star Mobile Home Supply until his son, Dave took over the business. Bob enjoyed puttering in the yard and raisin pie, which he enjoyed on his 90th birthday. He will be greatly missed by his sons, Bruce Maddox of Rochester and David (Robin) Maddox of Rochester; grandchildren, Jeremy (Jesse) Maddox of Rochester, Shannon Maddox, Ryan (Amy) Maddox, Jarod (Deven) Maddox, Tara (Joe) Reece all of Springfield; great grandchildren, Cole, Libby, Avery, Macy, Mason Maddox; sister-in-law Mary Maddox of Springfield; several nieces and nephews. His family will greet friends from 10am -11am, Wednesday, July 25, with a funeral ceremony starting at 11am. All services will be held at Staab Polk Memorial Home, 8855 State Route 4, Chatham, IL, 62629 with Paula Staab Polk as Funeral Celebrant. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Adopt-a-Pet, 807 Stewart Ave., Benald, IL, 62009.