John Joseph "Joe" Faust

John Joseph "Joe" Faust obituary, Decatur, IL

John Joseph "Joe" Faust

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John Faust Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Holland, Barry & Bennett Funeral Home on Jan. 30, 2026.
John Joseph "Joe" Faust, 79, of Decatur, passed away January 27, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be from 5-7 PM Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home. Cremation rites will then be accorded, and burial will be at a later date.

Joe was born October 26, 1946, in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of William E. Faust and Trela (Davis). He married Glenda Sellers. She preceded him in death. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He was a simple man and enjoyed being with his loved ones.

Survivors include his sons Brandon Faust and Nicklaus Faust, his siblings Darlene Ernst and Ruth Ann Taylor and many nieces, nephews. cousins, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife and mother of his children Glenda Sellers, his brother Don Faust, and sisters Louise Baldwin and Donna Meserole.

Memorial donations may be made to Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home to assist the family with expenses.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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Feb

4

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home

620 Pulaski St., Lincoln, IL 62656

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Only 4 days left for delivery to next service.