Robert Paul "Bob" Rochester, 76, of Virginia, IL, died Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021, at his home. He was born Sept. 5, 1945, in White Hall, the son of Paul E. and Edna M. DeShasier Rochester. He is survived by his son, Chris and his wife Angela Patrick of Beardstown; four grandchildren, Blake Patrick, Drew Patrick, Hannah Cook, and Jacob Cook; one great granddaughter, Sadie Patrick; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, David Rochester (surviving wife Nancy of Virginia). Bob owned the Phillips 66 Service Station in Virginia for many years. He then worked for and retired from Scottys Auto Parts. A graveside memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 6, 2021, at Walnut Ridge Cemetery in Virginia. Memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association. The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Virginia is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be left at buchanancody.com. . Graveside Service Walnut Ridge Cemetery Monday, December 06, 2021 11:00 AM IL Rt 78 Virginia, IL 62612