Robert L. "Bob" Cearlock, 90, of Vandalia, IL, passed away peacefully Wednesday, January 08, 2025 at his home, surrounded by family.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, January 17, 2025 at the First United Methodist Church, Vandalia with rev. Joe Lawson and Pastor Curtis Flake officiating. Interment will follow at Fairlawn Cemetery, Vandalia. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 9:00-11:00 AM, Friday, at the church. In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorials may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation. Online condolences can be expressed at www.hohltandfilefh.com.
Robert Lee Cearlock was born July 27, 1934 in Vandalia, IL, the son of John Franklin and Opal Irene (Elder) Cearlock. He married the love of his life, Nelda Mae Anderson, on May 21, 1953 in San Antonio, TX. Together, they had three daughters and celebrated 72 years of marriage.
At the age of 12, Bob started working alongside his three brothers in his father, John Cearlock's, Grocery and Feed Store. In

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