Kevin Robert Harpstrite

A celebration of life will be held at a future date for 47-year-old Kevin Robert Harpstrite of Chester, Illinois, formerly of New Baden, Illinois, who passed away at 6:32 pm, Friday, September 15, 2023 at his residence.


He was October 14, 1975, in Breese, Illinois son of the late Robert A. Harpstrite and Patricia A. (nee Kalmer) Harpstrite Friess, who survives in Chester.

 

He is also survived by six siblings: Brian (Sandi) Harpstrite of Trenton, Ill., Diane Harpstrite of  Villa Park, Ill., Thomas (Renee) Harpstrite of New Baden, Ill., Janice (Stu) Harpstrite-Casissta of Trenton, Ill., Teresa (Mike) Harpstrite-Wernsman of Pelzer, S.C. and Beth Harpstrite of Damiansville, Ill.; 10 nieces and nephews and six great nieces and nephews.

 

He was also preceded in death by his grandparents.


Kevin had worked in construction.


He was a member of St. George Catholic Church in New Baden, Illinois.

 

Kevin enjoyed fishing, playing pool and loved to be outdoors. He also had a goofy sense of humor.


It was Kevin’s wish to be cremated.

 

A Celebration of Life for 47-year-old Kevin Robert Harpstrite Chester, Illinois, formerly of New Baden, Illinois, will be held at a future date.