Robert Muzzarelli

Robert "Bob" Muzzarelli, 77, of Marseilles, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025. Bob was born in Joliet, IL to Henry "Rico" and Edith (Lardi) Muzzarelli on September 9, 1947. He married Pamela Knudson on May 22, 1993. Bob was a kind, quiet, and loving man who loved to tinker at his workbench. He never failed to help someone when asked. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Pamela; his daughter, Natalie (Evan) Young; his grandchildren, Jace, Elyse, and Connor; his special girls, Lexi and Ryley; also surviving are his sisters-in-law, Peggy (Knudson) & Jim Waddell and Jeanne Knudson; his brother-in-law, Jim Knudson; as well as numerous nieces and nephews who were very dear to him.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Richard Muzzarelli. Cremation rites have been entrusted to Ottawa Funeral Home and a private celebration of life will take place at a later date. Memorials in Bob's honor may be directed to St. Jude Childrens Hospital or a charity of the donor's choosing.