CHARLESTON, IL – Michael Alan"Mick" Hartley, age 66 of Charleston and formerly of New Port Richey, Florida, passedaway on Thursday, December 27, 2012 at the home of his sister and with the comfortingpresence of his brother and sister at his side. A family Graveside Service in celebration of his life will be held atKnob Prairie Cemetery in Waltonville, Illinois at a later date. It is requested that memorial gifts in hishonor be made to Knob Prairie Cemetery. Giftsmay be mailed to Adams Funeral Chapel, 2330 Shawnee Drive, Charleston, IL61920.
Mick was born on January 12,1946 in Mt. Vernon, Illinois and was a son of the late Ed and Doris (Green)Hartley. He is survived by a daughter,Connie Jo Hartley of Loves Park, Illinois and a son, Michael Edward Hartley ofCharleston; three grandchildren, Madelaine Jo Hartley, Gage Michael Hartley andPatrick William Hartley; a sister, Donna Ozier of Charleston; a brother, TerryHartley and wife Kathy of Charleston; and many nieces and nephews.
Mick was an eight yearVeteran of the United States Air Force and faithfully and honorably served hiscountry during the Vietnam War. He wasan Aeromedical Tech based in Thailand, and a member of a helicopter rescuecrew, flying missions in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia.
Mick was a painter by tradeand was employed by David Jay Phipps Painting when living in Florida. Mick was soft-spoken and easy to get alongwith which enabled him to make friends easily. He often enjoyed meeting up with friends at the local pub for a game ofdarts or just conversation.
Mick's family would like toextend a special thank you to Lincolnland Hospice. Their many kindnesses and caring support forMick and their family has been deeply appreciated.
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