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Aaron Painter Obituary

Aaron Jacob Painter 1982 - 2021
Springfield, IL—Aaron Jacob Painter, 38, of Springfield died Thursday, July 1, 2021.
He was born on November 29, 1982, in Springfield, the son of Roy and Sandra (Wood) Painter.
Aaron was a 2001 graduate of Pleasant Plains High School. Aaron was an avid Cubs fan and recently spent many years living in Chicago before moving home to Springfield. He was a culinary artist, and recently started working for Five Flavors Catering. His home away from home was in a kitchen. He also loved the outdoors and to go fishing. He was a self-taught drummer and guitar player. He loved music festivals, Widespread Panic and The Grateful Dead.
Aaron is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Juanita Wood; paternal grandfathers, Chester Painter and Bud Reiser; uncle Michael Painter, Sr.; and long-time girlfriend, Stephanie Mullen.
He is survived by his father, Roy Painter; mother, Sandra Painter; sister, Amanda Painter; niece, Abby Mattox; grandfather, Jerry Wood, Sr.; grandmother, Bonnie Reiser; uncles, Jerry, Rick, Eric and Rob Wood, and Garry Painter; cousins Jessica Robison, Brittany Painter, Michael Painter, Jr. and Marion (fiancé, Bill) Wood; his stepmother; three step-brothers; a step-sister; and several other loved aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
A memorial gathering will be held from 4 p.m. until the time of a memorial service at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 8, 2021, at Vancil-Murphy Funeral Home.
Memorials can be made by donating to a Culinary Arts Scholarship of your choice in his name.

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

Published by The State Journal-Register from Jul. 6 to Jul. 8, 2021.

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CL Gurley

July 15, 2021

I'm at a loss for words. Other than to say, I'm so sorry for your loss. Sandy, I'm sure it will be very hard for quite awhile for you, Roy, and Amanda. I will keep you in my prayers.

Lisa Robinson Handrahan

July 11, 2021

Sandy & Roy - I was So sorry to hear about your loss. Keeping your family in my prayers

Doug Holle

July 9, 2021

Jerry Sr.
Condolences on the loss of your grandson.

Becky Richards

July 8, 2021

Roy and Sandra. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Jennifer Blean

July 7, 2021

I'm so sorry. Sending love and prayers to your family and close friends. I know you enjoyed Johnny's drums. ❤

Carl Painter Jr

July 7, 2021

Sorry for your loss. Love your cousin
Carl Painter Jr.

Phil Broccardo and Broccardo Family

July 7, 2021

Roy and Sandra I´m so sorry for your loss-My deepest condolences goes out to you and your family,

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Anthony Wilson

July 7, 2021

Sorry u had to go so soon brother never forget u gave me the nickname Boston and look where that went. Fly high wsp

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