Cleo Baldwin

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Cleo Virgil Baldwin, 90, of Troy, IL, born January 21, 1928, in Belleville, IL, died Thursday, October 4, 2018, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, O’Fallon, IL.

Cleo retired from St. Elizabeth’s Hospital after working in the maintenance department for 23 years. He previously worked at Swift and Co. in East St. Louis for 17 years, and St. Paul’s Nursing home for 15 years.  Mr. Baldwin was a United States Air Force veteran who served in Korea and WWII.  He was a member of Troy United Methodist Church and a past member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ. Cleo was an avid sports fan.  He enjoyed following baseball and football throughout his life.  His favorite teams were the Patriots and the St. Louis Cardinals.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosella M., nee Martin, Baldwin, whom he married on January 1, 1952, and who died on November 6, 1980; his parents, Cleo and Eleanor, nee Schenborn, Baldwin; and sister, Doris Helfrich.

Surviving are a son, Donald Baldwin of Belleville, IL;
a daughter, Debra (John) Havel of Troy, IL;
two grandchildren, Adam (Danielle) Baldwin and Madison Havel;
great-grandchildren;
a sister, Donna Merrill;
a brother-in-law, John (Beverly) Martin;
and nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Associations. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.

Visitation: Friends may visit with the family from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL.

 Funeral:  Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL, with Rev. Herb Schafale officiating.

Burial with military honors will be at Walnut Hill Cemetery, Belleville, IL.

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8 Comments on Cleo Baldwin

Jack Oesterle,Jr. said : Guest Report Oct 15, 2018 at 2:39 AM

I'm so sorry to hear about his passing! Nobody told me! He was always so nice & thoughtful! In my prayers, always!

  • Kirkwood
  • Missouri
Kay and Doris said : Guest Report Oct 12, 2018 at 9:00 PM

We would sometimes give Cleo a ride to church. When we took him home, he always wanted to talk about his New England Patriots. Enjoyed his company.

  • Maryville
  • IL
Keith & Christy Bryant, and kids said : Guest Report Oct 10, 2018 at 2:36 AM

We always enjoyed seeing Mr. Baldwin at church in Troy. He was such a kind man, and would often have a gift for our kids (like a puzzle from the library). He always had a smile on his face, especially when he talked about his family. We will miss him, and will keep his family in our prayers. Our deepest sympathies, The Bryant Family

  • Edwardsville
  • Il
Carolyn Catalano said : Guest Report Oct 08, 2018 at 8:13 PM

I always enjoyed chatting with Cleo when I was Director of Connections and Care at the Troy United Methodist Church. He grew a beautifully large sunflower last year and another this year!

  • Edwardsville
  • IL
Carol Pigg said : Guest Report Oct 08, 2018 at 4:41 PM

We have your watch now. The back pew at church will never be the same, my dear and gentle man.

  • Yulee
  • FL
Jennifer Zahn said : Guest Report Oct 08, 2018 at 6:17 AM

I’m so sorry to read about Cleo’s passing. He was a wonderful, kind man. I’ll miss him.

  • Marine
  • IL
DAN CRAWFORD said : Guest Report Oct 07, 2018 at 3:53 PM

I AM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT CLEO`S DEATH . I HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF PLAYING BASEBALL AND BASKETBALL WITH HIM WHEN I WAS YOUNG . I WILL MISS HIM . MY HEART GOES OUT TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS . DAN CRAWFORD

  • belleville
  • il
Chris C said : Guest Report Oct 06, 2018 at 6:46 PM

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to family and friends. May all of your good memories be greater than your sadness during this difficult time. (Isaiah 25:8)

  • Flint
  • Mi

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