CENTRALIA — Robert “Bob” Guthrie, 79, of Centralia, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2022, at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Centralia.

He was born December 17, 1942, in Bloomington, the son of Lane Guthrie and Thelma (Williams) Guthrie. He married Rose Allen in 1967 and she survives.

In addition to his wife of 55 years, Rose Guthrie of Centralia, he is also survived by his two daughters: Robin Simpson and husband Heath of Odin and Renae Guthrie of Salem; four grandchildren: A.J. Simpson and fiance Summer Kirgan, Holden Simpson, Lily Simpson, and Parker Simpson; and two great-grandchildren: Hudson and Jaxson.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents: Lane and Thelma Guthrie, a brother: William Guthrie and a sister: MaryJane Guthrie.

Bob worked for the Illinois Central Railroad for many years and later retired. He enjoyed fishing and had a passion for woodworking. He cherished the time he spent with his family and friends.

Per Bob’s wishes cremation rites will be accorded and a Private Family Service will be held Saturday, September 3, 2022. Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home at 235 North Sycamore Street Centralia, Illinois 62801, (618)532-3523, are honored to be of service to the Guthrie family.

Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting sutherlandfuneralhome.com and the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home Facebook page.