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James Medlock Obituary
SPRINGFIELD - James W. Medlock, 73, of Springfield died after a long illness on Friday, May 30, 2008, in his home that he built. He was born July 14, 1934, in Chapin, the son of Clyde and Erma Briggs Medlock. He married Rose Anne Tomasek on Oct. 6, 1962, in Cicero. He was preceded in death by an infant son, Walter James Medlock; a brother, Tom Medlock; and a sister, Kay Sanders.
James worked in construction all of his life as a member of Clyde Medlock and Sons before venturing out on his own. He enjoyed his trade of building and remodeling homes and was an avid Cardinals fan.
He is survived by his wife, Rose Anne; two daughters, Linda Medlock of Springfield and Julie (husband, David) Gebhardt of Rochester; two grandchildren, Elizabeth Nichole Gebhardt and Christopher Alan Gebhardt; a brother, Clyde (wife, Aileen) Medlock, Jr. of Manchaca, Texas; two sisters, Laura Wall of Springfield and Louise (husband, George) Estabrook of Jacksonville; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 5 until the time of funeral mass at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 5, 2008, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with the Rev. Monsignor Thomas P. Holinga officiating. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Friday, June 6, 2008, at Calvary Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to WSEC, P.O. Box 6248, Springfield, IL 62708, Seven County Kidney Fund, Attn: Charlene Vollmer 701 N. First St., Springfield, IL. 62702 or St. Joseph's Church Building Fund, 1345 N. Sixth St., Springfield, IL 62702.
Vancil-Murphy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Please visit James' life story at www.vancilmurphy.com to leave your condolences.
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Memories and Condolences
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Rod Porter
June 5, 2008
Jim was a great inspiration, great husband, great father and a true friend. We were blessed to have known him and are thankful for his friendship.
Love-
Rod, Joyce, Zach, Amy & Sarah Porter
RICK AHERIN
June 5, 2008
JIM WAS ONE HECK OF A NICE GUY!!!
HE WOULD DO ANYTHING FOR YOU!! I REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES OF SITTING BY A FIRE IN THE BACKYARD ON 2ND STREET AND JUST ENJOYING THE EVENING WITH JIM.HE TOTALLY ENJOYED SITTING BY THE FIRE!!!!!!
JULIE AND FAMILY I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS!!!
SINCERELY,
OTTO PORTER
June 4, 2008
JIM DONE SOME CARPENTRY WORK FOR ME WHEN MY HOUSE GOT SOME WATER IN KITCHEN. HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND TO MANY PEOPLE, ESPECIALLY TO MY SON ROD. NY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU, ROSE. GOD BLESS.
Mindy Conlee
June 4, 2008
Dear Medlock family:
I worked with Mr. Medlock's daughter, Linda, and I my mother was a Medlock from J'ville. I am a distant relative.
My thoughts are with you during this sad time.
Peace,
Mindy Conlee
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