Robert L. Sliment, Longtime Waterloo Resident, Passes Away at 87

Sliment was a U.S. Army veteran and retired accountant who was active in the local Masonic and Shriners communities.

Mar. 26, 2026 at 11:09pm

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Robert L. Sliment, a longtime resident of Waterloo, Illinois, passed away on March 25, 2026, at the age of 87. Sliment was a U.S. Army veteran and retired accountant who was actively involved in the local Masonic and Shriners communities.

Why it matters

Sliment's passing marks the end of an era for the Waterloo community, where he had been a fixture for decades through his civic and charitable work. His life and legacy serve as a testament to the importance of community involvement and service.

The details

Sliment was born on January 23, 1939, in Belleville, Illinois. He was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ in Waterloo, as well as the Columbia Masonic Lodge 474, Waterloo Masonic Lodge 787, Scottish Rite, Ainad Shriners, Monroe County Shrine Club, and the Monroe County Farm Bureau.

  • Sliment passed away on March 25, 2026.
  • Visitation will be held from noon to 1 p.m. on March 28 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo.

The players

Robert L. Sliment

An 87-year-old resident of Waterloo, Illinois, who was a U.S. Army veteran, retired accountant, and active member of the local Masonic and Shriners communities.

Janet (Donald) Schilling

Sliment's sister.

Neal (Carol) Schilling, Terry Schilling, and Mark (Christine) Schilling

Sliment's nephews.

Nicholas Schilling, Megan Schilling, Alexander Prodes, Nichole Prodes, and Ian Schilling

Sliment's great-nephews and great-nieces.

Rev. Kyle Timmons

The officiant for Sliment's funeral service.

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What’s next

Sliment's funeral service will be held following the visitation at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo on March 28.

The takeaway

Sliment's life and involvement in the Waterloo community exemplified the importance of civic engagement and service. His passing will be felt by those whose lives he touched through his work with the Masons, Shriners, and other local organizations.