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Kenneth Lomelino Obituary
Jacksonville - Kenneth R. Lomelino, 76, of Jacksonville, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, November 18, 2021.
He was born Dec. 23, 1944, in Morgan County, the son of Carl Ray and Bertha Tribble Lomelino. He married Yvonne McDannald on Jan. 15, 1966, in Jacksonville, and she survives.
He is also survived by one son, Joshua (Emily) Lomelino; one granddaughter, Sophie Lomelino, all of Jacksonville; and one sister, Debbie (Buzz) Ratliff. He was preceded in death by his parents; and four brothers, Jerry, John, Mike and Bill.
Kenneth worked for Central Laborers for over thirty-two years and was a proud union member for over fifty years. He enjoyed going to yard sales, working on his home, and just being with Yvonne. He especially loved hunting with his son, and spending time with his granddaughter, "Sophie Baby", and his beloved dog, Patch.
The family will host a Celebration of Life from 1-3 pm Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, at the Jacksonville American Legion, 903 W. Superior Ave, Jacksonville, IL. Memorials are suggested to the family in care of Yvonne Lomelino. The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at buchanancody.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Judy Heasley
November 22, 2021
Many fond memories of Kenny and Yvonne. Lots of dinners and fun times in the family. He was a great guy and will be missed by many. Judy Lomelino Heasley.
Doug and Susan Nault
November 22, 2021
Yvonne,
Please know that you are in our prayers, as you have been since we learned of Kenny's Homegoing.
You and Kenny are a special part of our lives as cousins. You always show up... and I so wish we could be there in person wo give you a hug and love on you in person, just have you and Kenny have for us so many times.
Love to you, and continued prayers for you as you learn to do life differently. May God help you beyond what you can even imagine.
Doug and Susan
Diane Turner
November 20, 2021
R.I.P. God be with his family & comfort them, we pray. Amen.
Diane Turner
November 20, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Christina Large
November 19, 2021
Kenny was in my life since birth basically. Always a second dad but was more loving and involved than my own. Keep all the memories in your hearts. He will be missed by many. Love to the family.
Edgar Padilla
November 18, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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