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John McAtee Obituary
June 7, 1941 - February 7, 2024
Troy, Illinois - John F. McAtee, D.D.S., age 82, of Troy, IL, born on June 7, 1941, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away at Parc Provence Memory Care in Creve Coeur on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.
Dr. John obtained his degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery and was a Naval Dentist for two years. He purchased his dental office in Collinsville in 1970, and later joined ownership with his son, Dr. Daniel McAtee, in 1992, McAtee Dental. Dr. John obtained his pilot's license and enjoyed golfing and spending time with his family.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Beth (nee Cummings), whom he married on December 28, 1963; parents: Edmund and Margaret (nee Harney) McAtee, Sr.; two brothers: Edmund McAtee, Jr., and Bill McAtee; and a brother-in-law, Stan Schaeffer.
He is survived by three sons: John (Jina) McAtee, Jr., M.D. of St. Louis, MO, Daniel (Lora) McAtee, D.D.S. of Troy, IL, and Paul (Salina) McAtee of St. Jacob, IL; daughter, Amy (Andrew) Biermann of Collinsville, IL; ten grandchildren: Elisa McAtee, Sean McAtee, Kate (Charlie) Mueth, Emma McAtee, Mira McAtee, Wyatt Biermann, Lyle Biermann, Elsa Biermann, Elliot McAtee, and Marley McAtee; sister, Elizabeth Schaeffer; numerous nieces and nephews.
Services were held on Friday, February 9, 2024 at Barry Wilson Funeral Home and funeral mass was on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church with Father John Beveridge celebrant.
Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association and may be mailed to Barry Wilson Funeral Home, 2800 North Center Street, Maryville, IL 62062.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at barrywilsonfunerlahome.com
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Tom Siekmann, Sr.
February 13, 2024
My condolences to the family. I knew Jack since high school days. He became my family´s dentist. He was a great dentist and friend. He was always upbeat and open to discussion on almost any topic. He was one of the finest people I have known. Rest in peace Doc.
Darlene Horsley
February 12, 2024
I worked at Price´s drive-in restaurant in East St.Louis when Jack was a cook. Super nice guy.
Later he was my dentist in Collinsville.
Sherry Shores
February 11, 2024
Dr. McAtee was the dentist I chose for my children many years ago. He had a special way of calming the kids before doing any dental work. He was a kind, caring man, and I am so sorry to read of his passing, My heartfelt sympathies to his family.
PHIL ODOM
February 11, 2024
A SLOW SALUTE - TO A FELLOW VETERAN AND A NATIONAL HERO
THANK YOU - FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY.
We will remember you always and miss you dearly.
Take your Warrior's rest for a duty well done.
For the Family:
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy for the loss of a loved one.
May the force of GOD be with you as you walk through this difficult time.
May the loving promises of our LORD and Savior comfort you
and give you peace and understanding.
As a grateful Veteran,
I hope you accept this as a small token of appreciation for the honorable
and faithful service rendered by your loved one to our Country.
SEMPER FI
SGT. U. S. MARINE CORPS
AND VIETNAM VET
[email protected]
Gail Malter
February 8, 2024
I first meet John in 1975 when he became my dentist after I got married. I believe he had only been in practice for a couple years at that time. I really liked Jack. He was always up-beat and funny. He always asked me what projects my husband and I were working on. We discussed a lot of topics. I was so sad when he retired and even more sad to here of his passing. My sincere condolences to the family.
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