Timothy P. ‘Tim’ Athmer

Timothy P. “Tim” Athmer, 41, of Cobden, and formerly of Aviston, died Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, at his home.

He was born on Jan. 6, 1981, in Highland, a son of Robert and Linda, nee Kalmer, Athmer of Aviston.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his siblings, Jeremy Athmer of Aviston and Kelly (Eric) Kraeger of Breese; a nephew and niece, Keegan and Lana Kraeger; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joseph and Clara, nee Thein, Athmer and Robert and Dorothy, nee Rakers, Kalmer.

He worked as a union electrician for Jarvis Electric in Belleville. He was a member of IBEW Local 309 and The National Wild Turkey Federation. 

He was an avid hunter and was proud to have taught his nephew, Keegan, everything he knew about hunting.  

He also enjoyed fishing, boating, grilling, riding his side by side, watching NASCAR and rooting for Kyle Busch, and listening to old time country music.  

He was a great story teller, loved his dog, Waylon, and spending time with his family and friends.

Funeral Mass of Christian Burial was Wednesday, Oct. 5, at 10 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Aviston, with Father Daniel Friedman presiding. Interment follwed in St. Francis Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to the American Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.org or will be received by mail at Moss Funeral Home, 535 N. 5th St., Breese, Ill. 62230, which was in charge of arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy can be sent to the family at www.mossfuneralhome.com.