James Edward Heern Jr. Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Edward Heern Jr. of Hurst, Illinois, born in Carbondale, Illinois, who passed away on April 9, 2023 at the age of 75. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, James Edward Heern Sr. and Alburna Rose Heern (Atkins); his son James Michael Heern of Carterville; his grandchildren, Seth and Sydney Heern; his great grandchildren, Bryn and Caroline Heern; his siblings, Judy Billiot (Gary) of Marion and Jerry Heern (Tammy) of Carterville; and his friend Kathleen Smothers. He was also cherished by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the SIH Cancer Center or to Hospice of Southern Illinois.
