CHAMPAIGN - John Reber Faullin, 64, of Champaign passed away at 7:01 a.m. Wednesday (July 31, 2024) at OSF HealthCare Transitional Care Hospital, Peoria.
John was born Oct. 13, 1959, in Champaign, the son of Charles R. and Dolores June (Yeazel) Faullin.
He is survived by his children, Shelby Faullin of Champaign and Joseph Faullin of San Diego; one grandson, Reber Faullin; and three brothers, Dan Faullin, Cork Faullin and Mike Faullin.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Penny Fritzen.
John worked 30 years at the University of Illinois in the Steam Distribution Plant.
He was an avid motorcycle rider and worked several years at Sportland in Urbana.
Memorial services will be held at a later date. Freese Funeral Home, 302 E. Grand Ave., St. Joseph, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left at freesefh.com.
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Don Gerard
August 6, 2024
I always enjoyed working with John and share the grief his friends and family are experiencing. God bless and Godspeed.
Tony O'Donnell
August 4, 2024
I worked with John @ Illini Honda '86-'87, good memories. RIP
Andy weller
August 3, 2024
What a strong guy. Man the never quit and the attitude of resilience for what came. May you rest in peace and know we appreciate you and our chats. Never will be forgotten.
Pamela Wallin
August 2, 2024
Godspeed, John!!
Judy Stephan
August 1, 2024
John was my neighbor for many years, and was a nice guy. I'm sorry for the loss for his children Joe, and Shelby.
Laura white
August 1, 2024
I worked with John and went to school with him such a great loss such a sweet guy. RIP john until we meet again .
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