Robert Denver "Denny" Brewer

Herrin- ROBERT DENVER DENNY BREWER, age 65, of Herrin, passed away at 4:30am on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born in Herrin on December 6, 1946, the son of Robert N. and Billie (Childers) Brewer. He married Juli Maragni in Miami, Florida on June 9, 1991. She survives in Herrin. Survivors include his wife- Juli Brewer of Herrin Son- Robert Dwight Brewer of West Frankfort Daughter- Dawn Heather Brewer of West Frankfort Son- Forrest Lee Simmons of Herrin Three grandchildren- Christopher Brewer of Herrin Madison Brewer of West Frankfort Morgan Brewer of West Frankfort Brother- Dan N. Brewer and fianc Jane Jones of Statesville, NC Sister- Marie Delaney of Marion And his multiple four footed furry children Funeral services will be held at 1pm on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin with Randy Glasco officiating. Masonic Rites will be performed by Herrins Masonic Lodge. Burial will follow at Cundiff Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10-1pm on Tuesday at the funeral home. He started working for his father at the age of 9, washing dishes while standing on a milk crate at New Era Dairy. He continued working for his father his entire adult life. Together they opened restaurants (Family Fun, Prime Time, Shenanigans) and built the Best Inns Motels Corp. He immortalized his fathers legacy by forming the Robert N. Brewer Family Foundation. Although neither achieved higher than a high school education, they enabled over 434 students the opportunity to obtain college degrees. Denver was a Master Mason and very proud of his accomplishment. He enjoyed hunting and spending time outdoors. He especially enjoyed talking cars and hot rods with his brother Dan and his good friends LeRoy, Shane, Shawn, Buddy, and other gearheads. In recent years, Denver spent time enjoying the solitude of country life, rescuing needy animals and raising miniature donkeys. Anyone whoever met or knew Denver came away having learned something, whether they liked him personally or not. His newest loves were Madison and Morgan, his two granddaughters. Upon seeing them his smile would light up a room. There was no denying who were PePaws little girls. Forrest he raised as his son and was proudest when he joined the U.S. Navy. Marie Delaney will always be his sister, regardless of bloodlines. He leaves behind many dear friends, both two legged and four legged. He will be greatly missed by all. Immediately following graveside services the RNBFF will be open to the community for tours. For those who prefer, memorial donations may be made to the Robert N. Brewer Family Foundation. Envelopes will be available and accepted at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home; 201 S. 13th Street; Herrin, IL 62948. For more information, or to sign the memorial guest register, please visit www.hughesfuneralhomes.com