Robert Neil Husted, age 78, of Troy, Il, born on July 15, 1946  in E. St. Louis, IL, died on Thursday, April 24, 2025.

Robert  was a US Army Vietnam war veteran. He  worked 35 years for the IDOT as a State of Illinois highway maintenance worker.  Bob was an 8th degree Black Belt in Shotokan Karate and enjoyed teaching Karate for many years. He was an avid boater in his pontoon .

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jill Husted, who died in February 14, 2021; his parents,  John and Waunita (nee Long) Husted; and his brother, John Husted.

Robert is survived by his wife, Beverly, nee Kohler Husted; his daughter, Heather (Chris) Markovic of Troy, IL;  his sons, Logan Husted, Alex Husted and Jakob Husted all of Troy, IL.; his grandchildren, Connor and Payton Markovic; his sisters-in-law, Sue Silva, Donna (Terry) Emerson and Becky Witt; his brothers-in-law, Charlie (Sharon) Kohler and Ron Kohler. Robert is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Community Link in memory of his daughter, Jill Husted.

Memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025 from 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. at Kassly Mortuary, Fairview Heights, IL.

A celebration of Bob’s life will follow at  4:00 p.m. at Kassly Mortuary Chapel, Fairview Heights, Il with Pastor Jeff Chamberlain officiating.