James "Jim" Eckelberry's obituary , Passed away on September 10, 2018 in Woodlawn, Illinois

James "Jim" Eckelberry

December 18, 1945 - September 10, 2018 (72 years old)

Woodlawn, Illinois

James "Jim" Eckelberry's obituary , Passed away on September 10, 2018 in Woodlawn, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hughey Funeral Home

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James "Jim" Eckelberry

December 18, 1945 - September 10, 2018 (72 years old)

Woodlawn, Illinois

James Eckelberry Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James Eckelberry (Woodlawn, Illinois), born in Rinard, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 72, on September 10, 2018. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James Eckelberry or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jospeh Eckelberry and Ozella "Plumbley" Eckelberry; his mother-in-law Bettyjane Thompson; and his siblings, Melba Rowden, Marjorie Kirkman, Thelma Furlow, Eddie Eckelberry, Clifford Eckelberry, Bill Eckelberry and Martin Eckelberry.

He is survived by: his spouse Francis Thompson; his sons, Dave Eckelberry of Woodlawn, Joe Eckelberry (Paula) of Woodlawn and Marty Eckelberry (Missy) of Mt; his grandchildren, Megan Eckelberry, Allyson Eckelberry, Tyler Eckelberry, Cody Eckelberry and Savanna Davenport; his siblings, Phyliss Vail of Flora, Rhesa Eckelberry of Flora and Joe Eckelberry of Flora; and his father-in-law Delbert Thompson. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hughey Funeral Home



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Sep 13

Visitation

Old Union Missionary Baptist Church

Fri

Sep 14

Funeral service

Hughey Funeral Home
1314 Main St, Mt Vernon, IL 62864

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