Robert K. Birk

Robert “Bob” K. Birk, 88, of Brighton, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, Feb. 24, 2025.

He was born on Jan. 19, 1937, in Carlinville, the son of the late Charles and Lillian (Johnston) Birk.

He married Shirley Zirges on Sept. 29, 1956, in Carlinville.

Bob worked as a lineman for MJM for 44 years and served our country in the Illinois Air National Guard.

He served on the Brighton Betsey Ann Fire Department and as a trustee on the village board.

Bob was an active member of Faith Baptist Church and cherished spending his time with family.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley; daughter, Karen (Ken) Hoefler of Battle Creek, NE; son, Dave (Joy) Birk of Maryville; grandchildren, Kaleb (Erika) Hoefler, Kyla (Tyler) Jones, Klayton Hoefler, Kourtney (Camden) Jones; great grandchildren, Kensington, Everleigh, Stella, Brynn, Lewis, Clara, and Scotti; brother, John (Sharon) Birk.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents and brother Charles Birk.

Visitation was held on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, at Anderson Family Funeral Home in Brighton.

Funeral Service were held on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Faith Baptist Church in Godfrey.

Burial followed at the Brighton Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Faith Baptist Church.

Condolences may be left online at andersonfamilyfuneral.com.