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Francis McCune Obituary
ROSEWOOD HEIGHTS — Francis Grant McCune, 89, of Rosewood Heights, Illinois, also known as Mac by the guys at the refinery and Fran by his siblings passed peacefully Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at Cedarhurst of Bethalto, Illinois. He was surrounded by his family. He was born July 19, 1930 in Wood River, Illinois, to Edward and Beatrice (Jenkins) McCune.
He traveled as child helping his mother during WWII, who was a Wood River Township nurse. He also helped run McCune and Sons Filling Station in Wood River, which his parents started in 1938. He was drafted in 1951 and served two years in the United States Marine Corps. Upon returning he went to work at Standard Oil and with the help of his brothers he continued with the filling station and started a laundromat in Wood River adjacent to the station. He eventually retired from Shell in 1988. He married Shirley Fleming in Dec. of 1960. In his free time he enjoyed skeet and trap shooting and flying his airplane.
He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Shirley McCune of Rosewood Heights; two sons, Michael G (Marcie) McCune of Dorsey, Illinois, and Gregory (Cathy) McCune of Godfrey, Illinois; five grandchildren, Megan (Tim) Kamp of Bethalto, Martha A. McCune and fiancé, Stephen Edwards of South Roxana, Illinois, Bryan McCune of Godfrey, Alex McCune of Alton and Nicholas McCune of Godfrey; and three grandchildren, Emerson K., Levi G. and Hadley M. Kamp.
He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Roland, John and Paul Dewey McCune.
Due to the Covid-19 restrictions private services will be held at Rose Lawn Memory Gardens in Bethalto.
Paynic Home for Funerals in Rosewood Heights entrusted with professional services.
An online guestbook may be signed at www.paynicfh.com.
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John Mangoff
April 6, 2020
I learned a lot about refinery instrumentation from Mac. He was a good, knowledgeable, and helpful worker. A nice guy and a real bundle of energy.
jackie mutz
March 31, 2020
Dear Shirley, Mike and Greg, I am so sorry to hear about Franny. I have such fond memories of all of you. My strongest memory of Franny was his whistle to call Mike and Greg home. That was an envious whistle! Hugs to you all.
Jackie Mutz
Martha Morse
March 30, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss , our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your friends at the Platinum Club
March 29, 2020
Dear Shirley, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your spouse. We did not know him, but I'm sure he was a great husband.
Your friends and classmates. Bruce and Dot Neunaber
Bob Mutz
March 29, 2020
Greg and Mike, I'm sure you both have wonderful memories of your Dad to carry with you. I'll always remember your Dad as the guy who could fix about anything. His home was always in tip top shape, his yard was immaculate, and his cars in working order. I know you learned a lot from your Dad and have applied that in your lives and your children's lives. His example will live on through you and your children. I think of you two often and cherish the memories of growing up with you in Rosewood Heights. May God bless you and your families.
Richard Perry
March 28, 2020
Francis and I had many great times together, beginning in high school. We had many fun airplane trips out of home area after Francis got his Pilot license. Patricia and I were happy Francis met his great love, Shirley, and married after we did in 1960. Francis was my best friend. My best wishes at this time to Shirley and Family, from Dale Perry
dorothy cain
March 28, 2020
Hello Shirley, So sorry to hear about the loss of your mate. I never knew Fran but if he was your choice he must have been great. Your Forever friend & old classmate, Dorothy Cain
March 28, 2020
Sorry for your loss Mike, Greg and family.
Keeping you in our prayers.
Jim and Roxanne Neumann
Ray Mercer
March 27, 2020
I grew up and lived in Wood River most of my life and have known Fran for ever. He was such a nice guy. Sending sincere Sympathy to his family.
Gary Klucker
March 26, 2020
Mike, I am sorry to hear of your dad's passing. We shared a lot of time at the refinery on several projects.
Joyce Lawson
March 26, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Praying the Lord will strengthen and comfort you at this difficult time.
John Grigg
March 26, 2020
Sorry for your loss Mike and family..I hope you find comfort and peace during this time.
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