Robert Wesley "Bob" Twyford, 91, of Jacksonville, IL, passed away Tuesday, 7, 2025, at Memorial Hospital in Springfield.

He was born January 15, 1933, in Jacksonville at Passavant Area Hospital, the son of Hubert and Millie (Norfleet) Twyford. Bob Married Patsy Ann Shadid on May 30, 1954, in Jacksonville and she survives.

He is also survived by two children, Jilda (David) Evans and Rachel (Tom) Hill; six grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Phyllis Hardy and her husband George; his son, Tim Twyford; his granddaughter Amy Jo Evans; and his grandson Grant Austin Wade.

Bob served 4 years the U.S. Navy, from 1952 to 1956, his first 2 years were at Mayport, FL. His last 2 years were in USS Whitfield County LST 1169 at Little Creak, VA. He was a Petty Officer Boatswain's 3 Class when he was discharged in June 1956. After his service he farmed for 12 years in the Carrollton area, and in 1969 moved to Jacksonville. Bob worked at Capital Records for 3 years as a Boiler Operator. He sold automobiles for 13 years at Howard Hembrough V.W, Town & Country Motors, Brogdon Motors, Ray Green Chevrolet, then worked at Wade and Dowland Office Supply for 3 years. He then bought Rogers Office Supplies and changed the name to Twyford Office Supplies. Five years later he sold the business to Odell Fellhauer.

Bob & Patsy moved to Naples in August 1989 where they live. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Naples. He was a member of The American Legion since 1978, the Loyal Order of Moose since 1975, The Elks Lodge since 1985 and was in the Jacksonville AMBUCS and was awarded to the big hat club for signing up new members. In Naples, he and Patsy worked at Hoffman Office Supply for 4 years, then at Sam's Club for 3 years. Bob & Patsy enjoyed golf and became a member of Lakewood Country Club in March 1998, and made 4 hole-in-one's.

He enjoyed going on cruise ships and traveling on motorcycle throughout the United States & Canada with friends. Bob also enjoyed boating, skiing and camping, and was one of the first members of Star Light Camping Club at Jacksonville Lake. Bob had many friends and went out of his way to help anyone who needed help. He will be missed by family and friends.

Services will be announced at a later date. Memorial donations are suggested to the Jacksonville AMBUCS, Chapter 409 and The Jacksonville Elks Club Post 682. The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be left at Buchanancody.com.