Lyle Flach Obituary

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Lyle H. Flach, age 78, on March 9, 2024, with his family by his side. Born on March 17, 1945, Lyle was born to a successful farm family in Warrensburg, IL. He was the fifth of five children of Herman Rudolph and Opal (Harbarger) Flach.  He married the love of his life, Kathy Jo Eyre on December 23, 1996. They were best friends and shared over twenty-seven wonderful years together.

Lyle is also survived by his wife;  four daughters, Kathleen (Boe) Flach Quisenberry of Springfield, MO, Melinda “Suzanne” (AJ) Bayless of Chillicothe, OH, Ashley (Steven) Dennis of Sherman, IL, and Elizabeth (Benjamin) Burkard of Hillsboro, OH; thirteen grandchildren, Jeffery (Jennifer) Wood, Jacob Wood, Justin Wood, Melina Bayless, Noah Hauke, Landan Hauke, Logan Hauke, Danielle Dennis, Ryan Dennis, Brielle Dennis, Cameron Burkard, Braydon Burkard, Ashton Burkard; four great-grandchildren, Anastasia, Autumn, Aspen, Adaline; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Roger and Jim Flach; and two sisters, Norma Bell and Anna Butcher.

Lyle was baptized a Christian and had a deep love for his Savior, Jesus Christ. He was a long-time, active member of Calvary Church.

Lyle will be remembered for his extensive contributions in the cattle industry including his work as an auctioneer, love for horse racing, passion for Illini basketball, and devotion to his family.

Services in Illinois were held March 14 at the Calvary Church - Hazel Dell. Services in Ohio will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 22, 2024 at the Mowrystown Church of Christ with Pastor Chris Gobin officiating. Visitation will be Friday prior to the funeral from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 pm.

Burial will take place at Mowrystown Cemetery in Mowrystown, OH.

The Edgington Funeral Home, Mowrystown, is serving the family.