Bobby Lee Paschal, 95, of Grayville, Illinois, died Saturday, February 14th, 2026, at Haven on the River in Grayville, Illinois. He was born August 24, 1930, in Corsicana, Texas, the son of the late Bill and Lottie (Edwards) Paschal. He married Dolores M. Paschal (Jennings) on August 25, 1951, and she preceded him in death.
Bob was a Navy Veteran and member of Grayville VFW and American Legion. He was also a member of Grayville Methodist Church. After his tour in the Navy, he worked for his father at Grayville Casing and Pulling. Bob later became president of that company until his retirement. He enjoyed collecting military weapons, knife making, woodworking, metal working, blacksmithing, and making jewelry. Bob and Delores traveled all over the United States and Canada on their Goldwing Motorcycle. They never got to ride in Hawaii or the Northwest Territory of Canada.
Survivors include his sons, Daniel (Janet) Paschal of Lafayette, TN, Don (Pam) Paschal of Belton, KY, Gail (Kim) Paschal of Albion, IL.; Grandchildren Tim (Jennifer), Josh (Leslie), William, Katie(Michael), Mikayla (Ethan) and Jennifer; great-grandchildren, Alex, Adriana, Lydia, Easton, Alyvia, Maggie, Abigail, Axel, Hailie, Heaven, TJ, Taylor, Cullen and Arya; one great-great grandchild, Westynn; and a special family member Sandy.
He is preceded in death by his wife Dolores; his parents; his sister, Barbara; two sisters-in- law, Helen Williams, Dorothy Schauf; and a brother-in-law, William Jennings.
A celebration of life will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at the Grayville Senior Citizens Center. Roberts and Cook Funeral Service have been entrusted with arrangements.
