Robert J. Krieger, age 81 of Diamond, IL passed away at his home on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.

He was born on September 4, 1945 in Chicago, IL to Raymond Sr. and Kathryn (Spader) Krieger. He served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era and was stationed in Germany. While there, Robert met a waitress named Rose Marie Fertl. He did not speak German and she did not speak English, yet they fell in love and married on September 15, 1969. Robert worked in industrial maintenance until his retirement. He was a fan of the great outdoors, particularly fishing, and was known to tinker in his garage.

He is survived by his children, Carrie (Craig) Skubic , Tom Krieger and Manuela (Heinz) Hitzelberger (of Germany); his two grandsons, Connor and Creide Skubic; and his sister, Sister Margaret Krieger, OSF.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 51 years, Rose Marie Krieger; his daughter, Heather Krieger; his granddaughter, Casi Skubic; his brother, Raymond Krieger Jr. and his sister, Sister Mary Moriarty.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

A private family inurnment will be at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.

Memorials in Robert’s name may be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude PL, Memphis TN. 38105-9959

Family and friends are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www.ferrarifuneral.com

Ferrari Funeral Services of Coal City are entrusted with arrangements.