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Jack Haskell Obituary
Bethalto - Jack Ellis Haskell Sr. passed away December 4, 2024.
Jack was born February 11, 1934 in Decatur, IL to Hazel Pearl and William Cecil Haskell. He was raised by Hazel Pearl, William Cecil, and step-mother Ellen Marie.
Jack served in the Army as a cook and he graduated from Jump School as part of the 101st Airborne. After his honorable discharge he went to work at Superior Welding in Decatur, later transferring to field work with Boilermakers Local 363, residing in Bethalto, IL for 60 years. He retired from the Boilermakers after 40 years.
Jack was a die-hard St. Louis Cardinals fan. Tanqueray and tonic was his beverage of choice. His favorite meal was fried chicken with cherry pie for dessert.
Jack is survived by his wife, Linda Haskell to whom he was married for 29 years. He was married to and divorced from Mary Margaret Ann Haskell who preceded him in death. Together with Mary Margaret Ann he had five children, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is survived by his children, Jack (Judy), Mike (Beth), Brian, Mark (Christine), and Mary (J.D.), as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. On his spouse Linda's side he is survived by step-daughter, Kim Bock and 19 grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father, William Cecil; mother, Hazel Pearl; step-mother, Ella Marie; brother, Richard; sister, Nancy; and sister, Patty. Additionally preceded in death by step-children, Randy Gray, Mark Gray, Kenny Gray, Eric Gray, and Regina Gray. Family would like to thank the doctors and nurses who treated Jack. Special thanks to hospice nurse Lisa and family members Kim and Amy for their compassionate care and love.
Per Jack's wishes he will be cremated. Visitation will be Saturday December 14, 2024 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. followed by funeral service at 1 p.m. at Paynic Home for Funerals 618 East Airline Drive, East Alton, IL. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his memory to The Salvation Army.
An online guestbook is available at www.paynicfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
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thomas strawn
December 12, 2024
A stand - up guy!
Patrick Patrick O'Mara
December 12, 2024
So sorry to to you the Haskell family prayers headed your way
Penny Meador/Huber
December 11, 2024
Condolences to the family. Prayers for everyone who loved him.
Penny (Meador) Huber
K Meadows
December 11, 2024
Thanks
Mike Sheehan
December 6, 2024
Condolences to Jacks family. So sorry for your loss. Worked many years with Jack through the Boilermakers.
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