Robert “Bob” E. Majeske, 80, of West Peoria, formerly of Kewanee, died Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Accolade Healthcare of Peoria. Bob was born May 1, 1943, in Kewanee, the son of Edward and Margaret (Kapacinskas) Majeske. Bob attended and graduated from Kewanee High School. He obtained a bachelor’s degree in 1965 from Bradley University. Bob attended Iowa University and obtained a Master of Arts in 1967 and a Master of Fine Arts in 1968.

Bob is survived by two daughters, Greta (Robert) Hill, Lacon, IL, Laura (Keith) Majeske, St. Charles, IL; and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Bob was an Associate Professor at Illinois Central College. He taught figure drawing and art fundamentals. He retired in 1999. Bob enjoyed reading, painting, and photography. Bob appreciated fine dining experiences and was a cigar aficionado and a connoisseur of fine whiskeys.

Visitation will be from 5:00- 7:00 pm, Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Golnick-Schueneman Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1:00 pm, Friday, May 3, 2024, at Saint John Paul II Parish. Father Chris Haake will officiate. Burial will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials may be made to TAPS No-Kill Animal Shelter, 100 Taps Ln, Pekin, IL 61554. Please leave an online condolence for Bob’s family at www.golnickschuenemanfh.com.