Edgar E. Hoveln, 80, of Rantoul passed away at 1:05 p.m. Sunday, June 18, 2023 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Flatville with Rev. Scott Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Kopmann Cemetery, Royal. Baier Family Funeral Services, Flatville is assisting the family with arrangements.

Visitation will be 4:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 21, 2023 in Diers Hall, Immanuel Lutheran Church, Flatville.

Edgar was born May 5, 1943 in Champaign the son of Fred and Anna Buhs Hoveln. He married Sharon Husted April 1, 1962 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Flatville. She survives.

Along with his wife, Sharon, he is survived by children, Brenda (Doug) Barr of Ogden, Jeff (Shari) Hoveln of Urbana, Nancy (Steve) Valenti of Scottsdale, AZ, Julie (Dan) Pappas of Springfield; nine grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and brother, Harold (Darlene) Hoveln of Royal.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Claas Hoveln and George Hoveln.

Edgar graduated from Armstrong High School in 1961. He worked for Sears for 16 years. In 1977 Edgar founded Hoveln Heating & Cooling Inc. and worked until his son took over the business in 2008.   He continued working part-time with his son until 2018.  The business now includes the third generation.  His heart has always been in Hoveln Heating & Cooling.

He was a lifetime member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Flatville where he was very active in various capacities including Church Council President, Sunday School Superintendent, Parish Education Committee, and the Historical Committee. Edgar was a member of the Kopmann Cemetery Board where he was secretary and treasurer for 40 years. He was also a member of the Gifford Lion's Club and The Prairie A's Model A Club, Urbana.

Edgar was an antique car enthusiast, enjoyed woodworking, golfing and being outdoors.  He also enjoyed performing a comedy act with the Marvin Lee Show.  He was an avid Illini and St. Louis Cardinal fan.  He looked forward to wintering in Surprise, Arizona.  Edgar loved attending the activities of his grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Kopmann Cemetery, Royal or an organization of the donor's choice. Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.baierfuneralservices.com.