Carl Leslie Rouch

August 18, 1939 - August 21, 2017

Carl L. Rouch, age 78, of Mattoon, IL, passed away August 21, 2017, at 9:38 A.M. at Mattoon Health Care in Mattoon, IL. Private family graveside funeral service in his honor will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at Dodge Grove Cemetery in Mattoon, IL, with Pastor Michael Smith officiating. Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home, located at 1200 Wabash Avenue, Mattoon, IL 61938, is assisting the family with arrangements. Carl was born August 18, 1939 in Mattoon, IL to parents Harry M. and Mildred L. (Claggett) Rouch. He is survived by his cousins; Doris Myers of Neoga, IL, Brad Myers and wife Tina of Neoga, IL, and Vicki Sanders and husband Gary of Sigel, IL. Mr. Rouch is preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. Carl was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Mattoon, IL. He was employed at the Holiday Inn and other various restaurants, where he was known to lend a helping hand in the kitchen. Growing up, Carl dedicated much of his time and way of life as a member to Boy Scout Troop # 57 First United Methodist Church of Mattoon, IL. He was a lover of classical music and received many accolades from his Junior High School and High School Band playing the clarinet. Mr. Rouch was a proud member of The National Rifle Association (NRA), and had quite the aim when it came to shooting his collection of guns and hunting. He also had an interest in aviation and took flying lessons as a past time. He will be missed by all. Memorials in his honor may be made to The National Rifle Association, 11250 Waples Mill Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030. Please visit www.mitchell-jerdan.com or www.facebook.com/mitchelljerdanfuneralhome to light a virtual candle in his honor or share a memory with the family.