Robert “Bob” F. Yeager, 85, of Coal Valley, IL, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Kahl Home in Davenport, IA. Bob's generous spirit and unwavering love for his family were hallmarks of his remarkable life.

A celebration of life will be held at his home in Coal Valley, on October 29, 2026, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bob's name to the American Heart Association or to St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish.

Born on December 15, 1940, in Moline, IL, to William and Elizabeth (Dhaemers) Yeager, Bob grew up surrounded by the warmth of family. He served in the United States Army Reserves from 1963 to 1969. Bob found true happiness on September 5, 1964, when he married his love and best friend, Nancy Hensley. Together, they built a beautiful life filled with love, adventure, and countless cherished memories.

Bob graduated from Alleman High School in 1958. He was a member of Saint Maria Goretti Catholic Church in Coal Valley.

Bob worked as a painter and drywall finisher. He was a member of the Painters Local Union No. 502 and subsequently formed Yeager Drywall, retiring in 1997.

Sports were an integral part of his life. Bob enjoyed fishing locally as well as in Canada. He spent many days on the golf course and once achieved a hole-in-one. Bob was an accomplished runner and member of the Cornbelt Running Club. He proudly participated in the 1982 Boston Marathon. He was also a swimmer and bicyclist, competing in several triathlons. Bob enjoyed the thrill of the open road on his many different motorcycles over the years. When he couldn't ride anymore, he made sure to donate his bike to a good cause, Arrowhead Ranch. He was also an avid traveler, exploring the world hand-in-hand with Nancy. Most of all, he loved spending time with his beloved family.

Bob is survived by his loving wife, Nancy; cherished children, Jill (Tony) VanDamme and Brian (Dan Garcia) Yeager; adoring granddaughter, Allison Johnston; precious great-granddaughter, Delaney Lewis; sisters-in-law, Doris (Richard) Cole and Grace Yeager; and many more cherished family members. He was preceded in death by his loving parents and his brothers, Tom (Lois) Yeager and Mike Yeager.

Condolences may be left at www.WheelanPressly.com.