Robert William Peck

Robert William Peck, 79, of Tipton, passed away peacefully at his home Thursday, April 7, 2016. Service details are as follows: Visitation will be Sunday, April 10th from 2:00-5:00 pm at the Tipton Fire Station. Funeral service is on Monday, April 11th at 10:30 am, Fry Funeral Home, Tipton. Graveside service will commence at the Tipton Masonic Cemetery with a luncheon immediately following, served at the Tipton VFW. Memorials in Bob's honor may be directed to Tipton Fire Department. Online condolences may be shared at www.fryfuneralhome.com. Bob was born November 23, 1936, in Cedar County at Bob Chapman's home in rural Tipton to Charles and Maurine (Chapman) Peck. He graduated from Tipton High School with the class of 1955. Bob served in the Marines from 1956-1959. He married Darlene Schlesselman August 13, 1961. He was an electrical contractor, volunteer fireman and the Tipton Fire Chief for 13 years and also served on the city council. Bob enjoyed bowling, fishing, gardening, and watching football and Nascar. He is survived by his beloved wife, Darlene and their two daughters, Tami (Dave) Peck of Bettendorf and Terri Peck of O'Fallon, Missouri; sister, Sandra Sturdy of Tipton; four brothers, Richard (Maureen), Tom, Don (Sue) and Ed; and many nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Dennis; sister, Judy; and brother-in-law, Keith Sturdy.