Willard E. Guebert, 93, of Red Bud, Illinois, passed away at 11:35 am, Friday, May 1, 2026, at La Bella of Freeburg.
He was born to the late Theodore E. and Amelia M. (nee Blumenschein) Guebert on February 14, 1933, in Red Bud, Illinois.
Willard married Susan Kruse on July 25, 1981 at St. John Lutheran Church in Ruma, Illinois; she survives.
Willard was a life long farmer. From an early age, he could be found in the fields alongside his parents, learning the values that would shape the rest of his life. Farming was not just his occupation, it was his calling, one he pursued with pride and dedication for more than 55 years. He enjoyed spending time outside and witnessing the beauty of God’s creation.
He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Red Bud, Illinois where he served many roles. Willard was a member of the Men’s Club and was on the cemetery board for a number of years.
Willard was a proud United States Army Veteran and served in the Korean War.
Survivors:
Wife:
Sue Guebert Red Bud, IL
2 Sons:
Ben Guebert Red Bud, IL
Adam (Lisa) Guebert Red Bud, IL
2 Sisters:
Ruby Hering Godfrey, IL
Eula Rehberg Idaho
2 Sisters-In-Law:
Elaine Guebert Red Bud, IL
Nancy Kruse Ruma, IL
3 Grandchildren: Lily, Evie and Augie Guebert
Many Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends
Preceded in death by:Parents, 2 Brothers – Marvin Guebert and Eugene Guebert, 2 Sisters – Eunice (John) Wiatr and Marian (Roger) Knop and 3 Brothers-In-Law – Roger Kruse, Paul Hering and John Rehberg
Visitation:
Monday– 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Tuesday – 10:00 am – 11:00 am
St. John’s Lutheran Church, Red Bud, Illinois
Memorial Service:
11:00 am, Tuesday, May 12, 2026
St. John’s Lutheran Church, Red Bud, Illinois
Officiating:
Rev. Mark Winkelman
Rev. Brian Nowak
Inurnment:
St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery
Red Bud, Illinois
Memorials:
St. John’s Lutheran School, Red Bud, Illinois
St. John’s Lutheran Church, Red Bud, Illinois
Hospice of Southern Illinois