Carroll Gene Seibert

Carroll Gene Seibert 74, of Rochelle, IL. passed away April 5, 2015at his home with his beloved wife at his side. He was born on August 29, 1940 in Mt. Carmel, IL. to the late Ivan Ernest and Lelia Rosetta ( Butler ) Seibert. Throughout his lifetime he had many talents and hobbies, including sailing, woodworking, wine making, flying private planes and ultra lights. Carroll believed in the value of hard work and pursuing his passions with dedication and joy. He was a kind and loving man who always believed in giving to others and appreciating life to the fullest. He will be greatly missed and will live on through the memories his loved ones share. He is survived by his loving wife Anne Marie (Kurtz ) Seibert, Sons; Karl A. Seibert, Kevin M. Seibert, and Matthew J. ( Mary ) Ziegler. 1 daughter Kathleen M. (Thomas ) Robinson. Siblings; Harold (Charlene ) Seibert and Arlene ( Richard ) Branz, his precious grandchildren; Ryan Seibert, Caitlyn Seibert, Aidan Ziegler, Grace Ziegler, Liam Ziegler, Paxton Robinson and Hadley Robinson. Brothers in-laws Richard Kurtz and Kenneth (Sandy ) Kurtz. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Ivan and Lelia Seibert. Memorial service will be held April 25, 2015 at 11:00 celebrating his life at the Beverage Lyons Family Funeral Home 704 N. 6th St. Rochelle, IL. Visitation will be held from 10:30 a.m. till the time of service. “ When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight “ Author Kahlil Gibran In lieu of flowers Carroll requested one should pay it forward by doing a good deed for someone less fortunate or in need. Online condolences maybe left on www.beveragelyonsfamilyfh.com