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James Shirack Obituary
MARQUETTE HEIGHTS - James Richard "Jim" Shirack, 69, of Marquette Heights passed away at 7:10 p.m. Thursday, June 7, 2007, at his residence.
Born Sept. 8, 1937, in Alton to Meade John and Aileen B. (Dunn) Shirack, he married Patricia Ann Romano on Oct. 10, 1959, in Alton. She survives.
Also surviving are four daughters, Suzan E. (Mark) Lawler of Pekin, Ill., Jean (Kelly) Beggs of Arlington, Texas, Deborah L. (Dan) Harlow of Knoxville, Tenn., and M. Joan (Guy) Moseley of Sharon, Okla.; 11 grandchildren; and two sisters, Joan England of Fulton, Mo., and Jeannette (Ron) Owens of Morton.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Robert J. Shirack.
A United States Marine Corps veteran, he served for 10 years and was discharged on Jan. 17, 1966. He attained the rank of sergeant.
Jim worked for Caterpillar Inc. for 33 years, retiring Oct. 1, 1999, as the equipment maintenance supervisor at the Edwards Training Center.
He was a member of Sacre Coeur Catholic Church in Creve Coeur.
Jim enjoyed fishing, reading, woodworking, and helping others.
His funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Sacre Coeur Catholic Church in Creve Coeur. Father Attilio Morelli will officiate. Visitation will be from 5 to 6:45 p.m. Monday at the Preston-Hanley Funeral Home, Creve Coeur, where the Rosary will be recited at 6:45 p.m. Burial will be at Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Pekin, with a flag folding ceremony provided by the United States Marine Corps.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4234 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria, IL 61614 or OSF Hospice, 2265 W. Altorfer Drive, Peoria, IL 61615.
To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Alec Story
June 15, 2007
Sorry to hear about the loss Pat. Jim was influential in my up bringing across the street and was always there to help. Sorry we were all out of town wen this happened, and were unable to make the funeral. Stay well Pat, and if you ever need anything, just call.
C "Bud" Stobaugh
June 11, 2007
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Jim. He was a great friend.
Annie Ruen
June 11, 2007
Patty,daughters, and sisters,
We are sad to hear of Dick's death. The family reunion will be a little quieter this year. His laughter and his stories were always a highlight for me. I know you will miss him terribly. May God's love, his mercy, and his presence in your lives be your strength and consolation. Wish we could spend this time with you but family obligations will keep us from coming. All our love goes out to you.
Fred & Annie (Youngpeter) Ruen
Tom Johnson
June 9, 2007
SEMPER FI
My sympathy to the family.
From a Vietnam Marine veteran
Kim Bennett
June 9, 2007
I am very sorry for your lose. I worked on Jim many times at the dental office and always enjoyed seeing his smile. He brought fun and laughter to everyone that knew him. My prayers are with you, and your family.
Fred & Linda Dully
June 9, 2007
Thinking of you Patty. God Bless
AL KNACK
June 9, 2007
TO THE FAMILY OF JIM SHIRACK YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS! JIM AND I WORKED TOGEATHER FOR MANY YEARS FIRST IN BLDG. JJ MECH LAB. THEN AT THE SALES AREA. JIM WAS ALWAYS A GOOD FRIEND AND GREAT GUY TO HAVE AROUND YOU. I RETIRED IN 2000 FROM CAT AND MOVED TO MOUNTAIN HOME, AR SO WAS SHOCKED TO SEE THE STAR ON LINE TODAY. PLEASE KNOW THAT GOD WILL HOLD YOU UP THROUGH THIS TIME AND JIM IS WITH THE LORD SAFE IN HIS HEAVENLY HOME. GOD'S BLESSINGS TO EACH ONE OF YOU. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
Stephanie Lauss
June 9, 2007
Jimmy,
You will be missed by alot, you touched alot of peoples lives and made everyone laugh, Thank you for that. I will always remember the Jimmy who never let on if he was having a bad day, always had a smile, a hug and something to make you laugh.
Patty,
God be with you and your girls. I know what a trying time this must be for all of you.
(Fred and Linda Dully's Daughter)
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