Robert John Bandor

Robert John Bandor, 61 of Hillsboro, formerly of Springfield died on Thursday, November 29, 2007 at his residence. Bob was born in Hillsboro the son of Robert James and Jeannie Jachino Bandor on September 30, 1946. His parents preceded him in death. Bob was also preceded in death by a daughter, Lynn Marie Bandor, and an infant brother, Peter J. Bandor. Bob graduated from Southern Illinois University Carbondale and was employed by the U.S. Postal Service. Bob served his country in the Vietnam War and received the Bronze Star. Bob was also a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). In his glory years of high school, Bob played baseball for the Griffin High School Cyclones. In 1963, Bob was selected to play on the Illinois State Register’s All-City Team. He also played on the 1964 baseball team that won the IHSA State Baseball Tournament - it is believed to be the first year that a parochial school had ever won a state championship in any sport. His love of the sport never waned as he spent the next forty years devoting a great deal of time coaching and passing on his love of the game. He coached baseball for Fairview Youth Athletic Association, Ursuline Academy, and St. Patrick’s Grade School. He also enjoyed volunteering his time to various groups including the Boys and Girls Club. Bob is survived by his children: Sandra (husband, Tim) Schenk of Oraville, IL, Rebecca Rue of New Albany, IN and Christopher Bandor of Springfield and four grandchildren, Nicole and Sydney Schenk, Jake Burns, and Ashton Bandor. He is also survived by his fiancée Jane Roseberry of Hillsboro; an uncle, Bill Bandor (wife, Betty) of Hillsboro, and several cousins. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. on Monday, December 3, 2007 at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. Funeral Ceremonies will be held on Tuesday, December 4, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Springfield. Memorial contributions may be made to: Boys and Girls Club of Springfield, 300 S. 15th St., Springfield, IL 62703, or to the charity of the donor’s choice.