Robert DeMik

April 25, 1934 - February 26, 2018

Robert DeMik, 83, of Watseka, Illinois, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2018 at his home. He was born on April 25, 1934 in Wichert, IL, the son of John DeMik Sr. and Lenah (Ritzma) DeMik. Robert married Mary Howard on March 28, 1959 in Kankakee, IL. Mr. DeMik worked for the Ford Motor Company for 30 years, specifically loading cars. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and treasure hunting with his metal detector. Surviving Mr. DeMik is his wife, Mary DeMik of Watseka; son and daughter-in-law, David and Laura DeMik of Sheridan, IL; daughters and son-in-law’s, Diane and Jay Regnier of Sugar Hill, GA, and Becky and Kevin Roberts of Beaverville, IL; brother and sister-in-law, John and Jean DeMik of St. Anne, IL; grandchildren, Shylah Regnier of Sugar Hill, GA, Cabrie (Ian) Forgey of Stafford, VA, Sawyer (Jessica) Regnier of Sugar Hill, GA, and Quinn (Ryan) Nicholson of St. Anne, IL; great-grandchildren, Jaden Russell, Austin Forgey, Wesley Forgey, Gracyn Nicholson, and Harper Regnier; and several nieces and nephews. He is also preceded in death by both his parents; and one sister, Evelyn DeMik. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, March 1, 2018 from 3:00-7:00 pm, at Baier Funeral Home in Watseka, IL. Memorials in Mr. DeMik's name can be made to the First Christian Church or IMH Hospice.