Robert Mourning

BLOOMINGTON—Robert Eugene Mourning, 64, of Bloomington, IL, passed away Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021 at his home.
Born Nov. 4, 1956 in Hazel Crest, IL, Robert Eugene was a son of Roland Earl and Phyllis Jean (Pierce) Mourning. He was raised in Godley and went on to honorably serve in the United States Army. Robb’s lifelong love of history later afforded him to earn his Bachelor’s Degree in history from Illinois State University in 2005. In addition to being a history buff, Robb took pleasure in quilting, and cherished his dogs.
Survivors include his sister, Darleen (Ismail) Ajrulaj, of Braidwood; brother, Roland Mourning, of Alamogordo, NM; brother-in-law, John Thompson, of Tennessee and one uncle, John (Jackie) Mourning, of Gilbert, AZ, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Robb was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Vernon Mourning and two sisters, Jeanna Thompson and Joanna Mourning.
A private service was held at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, where Robb was laid to rest with full military honors.
Family and friends are encouraged to sign the guest book, upload photographs and share Robb’s memorial page online through social media by logging onto: www.ReevesFuneral.com/obituary/Robert-Mourning
Cremation services and memorial arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Reeves and Baskerville Funeral Homes.