Robert

Darmstatter

CHESTER – Robert Darmstatter, 80, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at his home surrounded by family and friends.

Robert was born on September 6, 1946, in Belleville, IL, to James and Berdine Darmstatter. He married Terry Darmstatter on December 29, 1983, she preceded him death; along with his parents and his dogs, Buttons and Benji.

Robert was a Veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in the Vietnam Conflict from 1968 to 1969. He retired from Scott Air Force Base. Robert then married Barbara C. Jaimet on June 1, 2019.

Robert is survived by his wife Barbara Darmstatter and his dogs, Buddy and Buster; his stepchildren: Danny (Karen) Jaimet of DuQuoin, IL, Dana (Jon) Mathis of Steeleville, IL, Dee (Don) Tanner of Ava, IL, Dawn (Drew) Franklin of Ava, IL; his step grandchildren: Daniel Jaimet, Jason Jaimet, Nathan Jaimet, Andy Blazier, Matt Thies, Jess Romano, Steven Tanner, Chris Thomas, Dalton Eilers, Dantelle Eilers, Dalyn Eilers, Dawn Eilers; his 15 step great grandchildren, and his brother, Richard L. Darmstatter.

The family would like to thank Maple Creek Hospice, Veterans Association, and Jamie Miner for all their help and support.

Roberts wishes were for Cremation, and a Graveside service will be held on Sunday, November 22, 2026, 1:00 pm, at Percy Village Cemetery, Percy, IL, with Rev. Mark Sedwick officiating. A Celebration of Life will be following the service at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church – Wine Hill, Steeleville, IL. Memorials may be given to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and can be mailed to Wilson’s Funeral Home, P.O. Box 217, Steeleville, IL 62288.