1405 Lincoln Avenue
Jacksonville, Illinois
Frank Mackenzie "Mac" Spaulding
Aug. 10, 1992 - Feb. 13, 2021
DECATUR - Frank Mackenzie "Mac" Spaulding, 28, of Decatur, and formerly of Jacksonville, died Saturday, February 13, 2021 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He was born August 10, 1992, in Springfield, the son of Frank Edward "Butch" and Phronsie Louise McDannald Spaulding.
Mac is survived by his parents, both of Jacksonville; one sister, Morgan Elizabeth Spaulding of Jacksonville; companion, Alexis Marie Radlein of Decatur; special friend, Victoria Lynn Hedden of Decatur; and numerous aunts; uncles; cousins; and friends.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Hazel Irene McDannald; his paternal grandfather, Frank Perry Spaulding; and his paternal aunt and uncle: Jim and Mary Beth Buckley.
Mac graduated from Routt Catholic High School in 2011 and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice from Illinois State University in 2016. While at Illinois State, he was an active member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. Mac began his professional career at the Illinois Department of Corrections in Decatur in 2017 and became a certified TACT Team Member in 2018. He was promoted to Sergeant in June of 2019.
Mac loved spending time with his dogs: Jackson, Blue, and Milo. He also enjoyed working out, seeking adventure, and sharing his life on social media. Mac had a beautiful smile which lit up every room he entered. He loved many and was loved by many. Mac will be greatly missed.
A prayer service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2021, at Williamson Funeral Home. There will be a time of sharing following the prayer service, followed by a visitation until 7:00 p.m.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 27, 2021, at Church of Our Saviour in Jacksonville, with burial at Calvary Cemetery. Face masks and social distancing will be required.
The service will be live streamed on Mac's Tribute Wall Page at www.airsman-hires.com. Family and friends are invited to join the family following the service at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Jacksonville.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Mac Spaulding Memorial Fund, which is being established to benefit local charities and scholarships.
Condolences may be left online www.airsman-hires.com.
5 Entries
Cheryl Smith
March 12, 2021
To his family,. I am deeply saddened by your loss. C/o Spaulding was new at Decatur Correctional Center when I met him. He was always kind and made life a little better for me during my incarceration (I also had breast cancer). His fairness to us made a difference. I will pray for you, and him. He was an awesome person and will be missed. Cheryl Smith
Nancy Sapp
March 8, 2021
Ohhh! Mac - you were the SWEETEST little boy at ORDC. I loved you very much. And you grew into such a handsome man. Maybe Ben greeted you & took you under his wing!
Jamie Walsh
March 4, 2021
What a decent young man . Great person he will be truley missed
AFSCME
February 25, 2021
Sergeant Frank Spaulding will truly be missed by everyone at Decatur Correctional Center. He had a spark that would light up the room. He had a go-getting attitude and always willing to help when needed. We at Local 632 are praying for your peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results
Funeral services provided by:
Williamson Funeral Home (Williamson-Airsman-Hires) - Jacksonville1405 Lincoln Avenue, Jacksonville, IL 62650

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more