Jim L. Van Meter Obituary
In loving memory of Jim L. Van Meter of Springfield, Illinois, who departed this world on December 1, 2024 at the age of 80. Jim leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jim L. Van Meter to pay them a last tribute.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Jim is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Jim's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Leroy Meter and Elizabeth Morris Van Meter; and his spouse Jona Ingram. He is survived by: his daughter Kim Trader (Jeff) of Rochester; his grandchildren, Sarah Trader of Rochester and Jared Trader (Marianna) of Glenview; his brother Donald Van Meter (Cherie) of Springfield; and his nephew Chad Van Meter (Emma).
A graveside service was held on Friday, December 6th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the Camp Butler National Cemetery (5063 Camp Butler Rd, Springfield, IL 62707).
