Robert "Bob" Allen Biggs

IN MEMORY OF: Robert “Bob” Allen Biggs Serving Location: CRAIN PLEASANT GROVE-MURDALE FUNERAL HOME 31 Memorial Drive, Murphysboro, Illinois Robert “Bob” Allen Biggs, of Bolingbrook, Illinois, formerly of Makanda, Illinois, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born to John Allen and Ester (Short) Biggs. Robert proudly served the community of Carbondale for 30 years as a firefighter with the Carbondale Fire Department, retiring as Assistant Chief. His dedication, courage, and steady leadership earned him the respect of both his fellow firefighters and the community he faithfully served. He was a 50-year member of the Makanda Masonic Lodge, where he valued brotherhood and lifelong friendships. An avid fisherman, Robert found peace on the water and joy in the outdoors. He also enjoyed traveling and creating lasting memories with those he loved. Above all, Robert cherished his family. He was married for 67 beautiful years to the love of his life, Saundra “Sandy” Biggs. He took immense pride in spending time with family and friends and especially loved attending his grandchildren’s sporting events and school activities. Nothing brought him greater happiness than watching his family grow. He is survived by his devoted wife, Saundra Biggs; his sons, Don Biggs and partner Anne Johnson, Doug Biggs and wife Trish, and Darren Biggs and wife Christine. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Jessica Anderson and husband Anthony, Katelyn Moon and husband Devon, Nathan Biggs and fiancé Georgina D’Angelo, Robert Biggs, Connor Biggs, Taylor Biggs; and his great-grandchildren, Jaelyn and Jonah Anderson, and great-grandsons DJ and Logan Moon. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, and older brother JD Biggs. Robert will be remembered for his strength, loyalty, quiet wisdom, and the unwavering love he had for his family. His legacy lives on in the lives he protected, the friendships he built, and the generations of family who were blessed to call him husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM at Crain Pleasant Grove – Murdale Funeral Home. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM at the funeral home. Private interment will be at Murdale Gardens of Memory. Crain Pleasant Grove-Murdale Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Robert "Bob" Allen Biggs

December 5, 1940 - February 16, 2026