Taylorville Obits

Robert Bucshon

Mr. Robert Bucshon, 56, of Kincaid, IL passed from this life Sunday, April 25, 2021 at St. John's Hospital, Springfield, IL.

Robert Bucshon was born June 16, 1964 to parents Andrew and Letha Bucshon. Robert graduated from South Fork High School in Kincaid, Ill. and studied at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale and Lincoln Land Community College . Robert is a veteran of two wars and served in the United States Navy for six years.

Later in life, Robert worked as a blackjack dealer in Las Vegas, making many friends and acquaintances across the country. Upon returning home to his family, Robert worked many odd jobs before settling into a proprietary role at South Fork Pub in Kincaid for a short time. Robert is remembered for his humor and helpfulness. He spent most of his time with family, playing pool, golfing, and socializing with his friends at Boones Saloon and other establishments in downtown Springfield.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Letha Bucshon.

He is survived by his aunt, Aleta Kettelkamp; his sister, Susan (Lloyd) Hovey; his nephew, Sean Hovey; his nieces, Morgan (Andy) Graham and Erin (Nick) Schafer; his great-nephew Garrett Schafer; as well as other cousins and relatives. 

Visitation for Mr. Robert Bucshon will be held from 11:00 AM until 1:00 P.M. Friday, April 30, 2021 at Masterson Funeral Home in Kincaid, IL.  A short memorial service will follow at 1:00.  Burial will take place immediately afterwards at Calvary Cemetery, Pawnee IL with basic military rites by the U. S. Navy. A luncheon will be served following the memorial service at Bart's Place 615 Midland Blvd, Tovey, IL 62570