Elmer W. Kohler
August 23, 1929 - October 9, 2020
Elmer W. Kohler, 91 of Chebanse passed away on Friday, October 9, 2020 at his home. He was born on August 23, 1929 in Watseka, the son of Carl and Ida (Rife) Kohler. He married Jean L. Brough in Onarga on January 13, 1954 and she survives. He is also survived by one daughter, Debbie (Dennis) Hilleary of Kankakee; four sons, Larry Kohler of Ashkum, Earl (Peg) Kohler of Crescent City, Chuck Kohler of Ashkum, and Dale Kohler of Clifton; one sister, Norma Tooley of Chatsworth; one brother, Loren (Sandy) Kohler of Watseka; eleven grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister and brother-in-law, Elaine and Maurice Saxsma; brother-in-law, Rufus Tooley; and one grandson, Joshua. Mr. Kohler was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Chebanse. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and tinkering. Cremation rites will be accorded by Knapp Funeral Home in Clifton. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the family’s wishes. Please share a memory of Elmer at www.knappfuneralhomes.com
Elmer W. Kohler, 91 of Chebanse passed away on Friday, October 9, 2020 at his home. He was born on August 23, 1929 in Watseka, the son of Carl and Ida (Rife) Kohler. He married Jean L. Brough in Onarga on January 13, 1954 and she survives.... View Obituary & Service Information