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SPRINGFIELD - Billy Joe Harmon Jr. of Springfield passed away Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at St. John's Hospital.
Billy was born Dec. 1, 1964, in Springfield, the son of Billy Sr. and Donna Smith Harmon.
Billy graduated from Lanphier High School in 1982. He worked for the state of Illinois in the Department of Professional Regulations. Billy was a former boxer who had enjoyed playing football and baseball during school. He had a love of life and will be missed greatly by his family and friends.
Preceding Billy in death were his brother, Jerry Harmon; his grandparents, Dorothy Peterson, Archie Harmon and Robert and Mary Elizabeth Smith; and his cousin, Diane Carter.
He is survived by his daughter, Taylor Harmon of Springfield; his parents, Bill and Donna Harmon; his sister, Monica Harmon; his grandpa, Duane Peterson; a niece, Amanda Harmon; as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins, all of Springfield.
Family will receive friends from 11 to 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009, at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. Sixth St. A funeral ceremony will follow at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009, at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home with Vaughn Beeman officiating.
Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Billy Joe Harmon Jr.
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Frances Moore
March 11, 2009
Billy,
Well words could never say how much i miss you.You were always the light in every room. I always thought of you like you were one of my own.Your just great that's the only way to put it. You are also very well mannered. Tell Jerry I love and miss him. I will see you boys again someday. LOVE AND MISS YOU WITH ALL MY HEART YOUR THE KING.
AUNT FRANCIE
DOROTHY FRANKLIN
March 9, 2009
BILL & DONNA,
YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME PEOPLE, AND RAISE TWO VERY STRONG BOYS THAT GREW INTO RESPECTFUL, KIND AND LOVING YOUNG MEN ! YOU ALSO HAD A HUGE HAND IN LONNIE & MY RAISING, SO IF WE TURN OUT HALF AS WELL MANNERED AND LOVING AS THEM TWO I WILL BE VERY PROUD ! YOU MEAN THE WORLD TO US I LOVE ALL 5 OF YOU 4-EVER. WE WILL SEE THEM AND DIANE AGAIN I KNOW IN MY HEART WE WILL !!!!
Bill Harmon
March 9, 2009
To all of you wonderful, kind, and giving friends and family of Billy Joe Harmon. Please let us give thanks from the bottom of our heart. You just dont know how much we appreciate each and everyone of you for all of you food, gifts, flowers, or just being there. May god bless each and everyone of you. It sure helps knowing you all care so much.
Thanks,
We Love You All
Bill, Donna, And Monica Harmon
The Family Of Billy Joe Harmon
DOROTHY FRANKLIN
March 7, 2009
AUNT DONNA & UNCLE BILL, I HATE TOO WATCH THE PAIN YOU ENDURE EVERYDAY I WISH THERE WAS SOME THING I COULD DO TO EASE JUST A LITTLE OF YOUR PAIN!! I LOVE YOU GUYS WITH ALL MY HEART & SOUL ! BILLY JOE ,
GOODBYES ARE NOT FOREVER,
GOODBYES ARE NOT THEE END
THEY SIMPLY MEAN I'LL MIISS YOU
UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN
I LOVE YOU P.S. WILL YOU HUG DIANE FOR ME AND TELL HER I LOVE HER & think of her UNTIL IT HURTS !!!!!! PLEASE GIVE JER & GRANNY THE SAME MESSAGE BYE MY MAN UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN
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LINDA TURNER
March 7, 2009
BILLY,
ALTHOUGH I ONLY KNEW YOU FOR A SHORT WHILE I FEEL I KNEW YOU A LIFE TIME, THE STUDIES, AND THE RESEARCH WE DONE TOGETHER I WILL FOREVER BE LINK TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY I ONLY WISHED I COULD HAVE DONE MORE, BUT WHAT I DID LEARN WAS YOU ARE A VERY STRONG PERSON, A GREAT SON, FATHER, BROTHER, UNCLE AND MOST IMPORTANTLY A GOOD FRIEND, UNTIL GOD REUNITES AGAIN TAKE CARE OF THOSE THAT ARE WITH YOU AND I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN, MEET ME AT THE GATES. I WILL MISS YOU UNTIL THEN
LINDA TURNER
March 7, 2009
BILL, DONNA, TAYLOR & MONICA
FOR WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS THE PAIN AND SORROW WE ALL FEEL IN OUR HEARTS FOR YOUR LOSS, WE KNOW THE GUYS ARE WATCHING OVER US, WHEN YOU FEEL THAT SOFT TOUCH OR THAT LITTLE PECK ON YOUR CHEEKS YOU KNOW THEY ARE TELLING YOU THAT THEY ARE THERE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL. IF YOU SHOULD NEED A SHOULDER TO LEAN ON OR A EAR TO LISTEN OR A HEART TO SHARE YOUR PAIN I WILL ALWAYS BE THERE.
Ronnie & Paulette
March 6, 2009
No longer shall your sun go down or your moon withdraw, For the Lord will be your light forever and the days of your mourning shall be at a end
Isaiah 60:20
R.I.P Billy we'll miss you forever
kayla moore
March 5, 2009
Billy I think about you everyday there is not no day i dont think of you i know we had our times and everyone does but that did not mean i did not love you i am sure we both had love for each other i thin that we both expressed it in different ways.But i will always love you and miss you and Jerry and i hope you both know that because i would do anything to get both of you back so i guess god took you for the better and because you were in so much pain i just wish i coud see you and jerry and hear your voices one more time and say goodbye or something cuz our family is so sad.. Well i just got smacked cuz joe is an idiot
DOROTHY FRANKLIN
February 21, 2009
BILLY REMEMBER MY DONNA PROMISED THE BIG "BANG" AFTER SEVICES WELL BUD DID YOU HEAR IT AND LOOK DOWN THE LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON " YOU'LL KNOW
I LOVE YOU YOU ARE LIKE MY LITTLE BROTHER NOT JUST A COUSIN THERE WERE A LOT OF GOOD TIMES AND ITS SAD THAT IT TAKES TRAMA TO BRING US ALL CLOSE AGAIN ! LOVE AND ALWAYS MISSED DOROTHY
DOROTHY FRANKLIN
February 20, 2009
HEY BILLY, I'M SO PROUD OF YOU! YOU SAID YOU WERE GOING TO STAND STRONG AND NOT LET IT BRING YOU DOWN ! WELL BUDDY YOU DONE JUST THAT AND WE ARE ALL EXTREMELY PROUD OF YOU !I WISH THERE WOULD HAVE BEEN A CURE , BUT THAT WAS NOT TO BE . WE ARE GOING TO MISS YOU YOUR MOM AND DAD WILL BE OK WE WON'T ALLOW ANYTHING ELSE BUT FOR THEM 2 BE OK. UNTIL WE SEE YOU AGAIN YOU LOOK AFTER JERRY AND DIANE TELL THEM WE LOVE THEM AND GRANNY WE MISS HER TOO KISS THEM ALL AND WE WILL MEET AGAIN ! THE FAMILY CHAIN HAS BEEN BROKEN BUT AS GOD CALLS US ONE BY ONE THE CHAIN WILL LINK AGAIN . ( P.S. THAT IT EASY ON GRANDPA ITS BEEN REAL QUIET FOR HIS 4 THE LAST 40 YEARS AND HE'S NOW HAS 2 GRANDSONS A GRANDAUGHTER AND OF COURSE GRANNY WE LOVE BILLY JOE LITTLE DOROTHY
robert, peggy, robert jr, rhonda newtson
February 19, 2009
bill and donna you are in our prayers
February 17, 2009
billy you will bemissed and loved by the whole family ihope you are with all of your family you will never be a lone in heaven donna&bill your boys will allways be with you no matter what they are heart &soul for ever i love you all very much love allways god bless all of us. debbie&bob clark
ANGELA FERNANDEZ
February 12, 2009
BILLY YOU WILL BE SADLY MISSED BY ALL,YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
DONNA YOUNG
February 11, 2009
BILLY
I WILL ALWAYS MISS AND LOVE YOU I HAVE SOME GOOD MEMORIES I WILL CARRY WITH ME 4EVER YOU ARE GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN LITTLE DONNA
Peggy (Newtson) Sidener
February 11, 2009
To all the family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts & prayers & have been since Jerry's passing. I will always remember the Harmon boys as being my big brothers friends & someone else to pick on & tease me. I miss Billy, Jerry, & even Butch (thier old dog). May you all have the comfort & love of one another. May we all share the love & laughter of Billy & Jerry when we meet them again.
Don & Diana McLaughlin
February 11, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bill Nolan
February 11, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to all Billy's Family and friends. I will always remember Billy Helping my son learn to box in our basement. He always was fun to be around... Me, Dan, and Billy would always watch sports and Billy was always willing to bet...win or lose he kept comming back. I will miss ya bro....
Mary Jane Painter
February 11, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Don and Michelle McQuern
February 11, 2009
Bill you were a good friend, never a dull moment. You were a true fighter and fought to enjoy your life all the way until the end. We had good times and you will be sadly missed. God bless you and be with your family.
Katie Sinkhorn
February 11, 2009
I miss him so much and i loved him. Im sorry to her about your lost.
GEORGE YOUNG
February 11, 2009
BILLY O BILLY WHY IS WHAT WAS SAID OVER AN OVER AN ONLY THING I WISH IS THAT YOU WAS HERE TO TELL US WE HAD GOOD TIMES LIKE I SAID THEN WHEN YOU SAID THANK YOU FOR BEING THERE FOR YOUR FAMILY I WILL ALWAYS BE THERE FOR THEM YOU WAS MY BUDDY I WILL MISS YOU SO
Chrissy and Nathan
February 10, 2009
Bill and Donna,
Our deepest sympathies are with you and yours during this difficult time. Just want to stop by and give both of you a BIG HUG! We will stop and visit both of you soon. Your family is in our prayers!
daniel richards
February 10, 2009
bill was a goog friend to many and will be missed by all.may god bless him and his family
KAREN HEWITT
February 10, 2009
BILL AND DONNA.OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU AND ALL OF YOUR FAMILY.OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU .PAT AND KAREN HEWITT AND FAMILY
Jeanie White
February 10, 2009
Harmon Family and Taylor, I work with Sharon at Security Bank, and also know Taylor. I am so sorry for all of you, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourself Taylor, and your mother will help your throught this.
Paulette Carter
February 10, 2009
Billy, we'll miss you like no other we love you, Bill, Donna stay strong our prayers are with you.
Ronnie & Paulette, lil Ron
Pamela Smith
February 10, 2009
Tay:
I want you to remember that your dad loved you and always wanted the best for you! He had his moments, but you were his number 1. I love you very much and just want you to remember all the great memories you have with your dad. Tyler loves you to Tay!!
Love Pam and Tyler
Pamela Smith
February 10, 2009
Aunt Donna, Uncle Bill, and Monica:
I love you all very much! We all need to be strong through this and help each other! It is going to take a long time just to ease the pain. It never goes away but it does get easier! Billy was a good guy we had our moments..but for the most part we got along. I remember he used to get me started when he would tell me about my shoes, or giving him rides here or there...but I am truly going to miss those times! R.I.P Billy Joe AKA Billy Joe The King!! Tyler loves you too!
Love,
Pam and Tyler
Bonnie Meyer
February 10, 2009
I worked with Bill at IDFPR. He had a great sense of humor and always made us laugh. My deepest sympathy on your loss. I am sure he will be missed by his family and friends.
Henry & Susan Cronister, Sr.
February 9, 2009
Billy & Donna Harmon & Family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your precious son. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time in your lives. Sincerely, Hank & Susan Cronister
Mickey and Lori Crawford
February 9, 2009
Bill, Donna, Monica and Taylor,
I met Bill in the 7th grade and remained good friends until he passed. We had many good memories together and laughs from our days together boxing, and going to LHS. I'm sure I will have many more laughs thinking of the good times we had together. I will miss your friendship. Love Mickey
I am very sorry that Bill had to endure cancer in his life but it did not beat his spirit as a human being. He truly loved life, his parents and his daughter tremendously, he was a courageous man until his last day. God bless you Lori Crawford.
CONNY LAMBERT
February 9, 2009
BILL YOU HAVE BEEN A GREAT FRIEND TO ME I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU, I MISS YOU.
Jane Rickman
February 9, 2009
I worked with Bill at IDFPR. He was a great guy who always made me smile. My thoughts and prayers will be with your family. Rest in peace Bill!!! You will be missed!!
Kelly McCormick Ford
February 9, 2009
I am truely sorry to hear of your loss. Billy was a friend of mine years ago. He was really a great guy and he was the one who taught me to dance. May God provide you with peace and comfort at this time.
Dan Stroble
February 9, 2009
35 plus years we were friends did so much together over all them years.you will truely be missed.But knowing you, you already punched out the devil once or twice and you and jerry are up there in heaven laughing looking down on your family and friends.GOD bless you billy harmon. I will see you in the future.
Melissa Bullock
February 9, 2009
I also worked with Bill at the old Public Aid office years ago. Bill was a great guy, I will miss him too. Even though I haven't worked with Bill in over 11 years any time I would see him he would always stop and say Hi. With that big smile and constantly talking about his daughter Taylor. I was so sorry to her of his passing. May God hold & carry you through this most difficult time. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Chuck & Trudy Best
February 9, 2009
Bill & Donna,
Deepest sympathy goes out to all
of you. Billy will be missed by everyone that knew him. We will keep you in our thoughts & prayers.
mike@dee farley
February 9, 2009
billy jo im going to miss seeing you walk up and down the street and you saying hi . we will miss you bill jo
Tracey Friesland
February 9, 2009
Aunt Donna,
For whatever reason, I think that Jerry & Billy were meant to be together. It's beyond our ability to understand why GOD has taken them. But I believe with all my heart that there is a reason for it. All I can do is imagine Jerry & Billy standing on a beautiful hillside watching the sunrise. And its a new day for them. Where they are not sick or sad and they can watch over you all from heaven. And some day you will all be together again. I cannot even fathom what you are going through. But I know that you are strong and somehow you will find a way to get through this. I can't make it home for the funeral but I'll be thinking of you and praying for you all. I love you guys and GOD Bless You!! Rest in Peace Billy!
Carla Seifert (Clement)
February 9, 2009
Big Billy, Donna, Monica & Taylor,
There are no words to express how much our heart truly aches for each of you. I am so sorry! Little Billy had a good heart and that'll not be forgotten. Much love & prayers.
Mike & Cathy Teer
February 9, 2009
Mike and I grew up with Billy, went to High School at Lanphier and worked with Billy at IL Department of Professional Regulation. We could always count on Billy for his most sincere friendship and always there to make us Laugh & Smile. Till we meet again Dearest Friend. R.I.P.
Bob & Mary Jane Painter
February 9, 2009
Bill, Donna & Monica,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. You have been thru so much in such a short period of time.
May the love of God , family and friends help you get thru this very difficult time.
Billy was a fun loving guy and always had a smile for everyone. He will be missed by all who knew him.
May all of the memories you had together bring you comfort.
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Tina Pittman
February 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Billy was a good friend and I will never forget him.
Marco Jyawook
February 9, 2009
God, lover of souls, you hold dear what you have made and spare all things, for they are yours. Look gently upon your creation and remember the faith of those who mourn.
Amen.
Bill is a friend that will be missed and the memories of him will be cherished always.
Kayla Moore
February 9, 2009
Billy Joe I am going to miss how you said that i was nappy headed.And how you said that Jenny called she wants to jump on the trampoline.One million words could not say how much I miss you.I am very sad I never got to say goodbye.Well I could bring you and Jerry back I would in a heart beat and tell Jerry I said I love him and miss him.I love you so MUCH THAT I NEVER THOUGHT YOU COULD MISS SOMEONE THIS MUCH.Well I am going to go for now I love you and miss you VERY much I will see you again someday!
Brenda Morgan
February 9, 2009
Bill was a great guy, always made me laugh. My heart goes out to your family.
BOBBY WAHLSMITH
February 9, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jacquie Readus
February 9, 2009
I worked with Bill at Public Aid for many years. A real character, but great person. Will be truly missed.
Taylor Harmon
February 9, 2009
Daddy; There are so many questions and thoughts that are going to through my head right now. The most important thing is how much i love you and how much i miss you and how i know that will never change. For nothing. Your my Daddy and although some things i wish could have been different in the end it always came down to you loved me no matter what happend. This is going to be so hard to deal with but ill do my best to help grandma and grandpa through it. I love you more than anything in the world. Tell Jerry how much we miss him also. But now you guys are together again. I miss you daddy so much.
Love always, Taylor Bug.
Bill Harris
February 9, 2009
I will miss you Billy! You were a great lifelong friend!!
Chrissy & Jason Voyles
February 9, 2009
Bill & Donna
So So sorry for your loss. Your right when you said Billy Joe had a love for life. Evertime I would see him he had a smile on his face. I will always remember his smile, he will be missed by everyone that knew him. My deepest sympathies
kellie sanges
February 9, 2009
Donna & Bill, I have no words that will be able to help you in your time of need. Besides I'm so sorry. Just remember you and my parents have always taught me that things happen for a reason. Just please hang in there, and just know that you are in my heart and prayers.
Love Kellie
Roger & Linda Harmon
February 9, 2009
Bill & Donna
Our thoughts & Prayers are with you. May the love of friends & family carry you through your grief. We will love you forever Billy Joe.
Mary Cloud
February 9, 2009
THE KING,
You are the king and dont worry i wont forget that. I love you and miss you so much. I dont even know what to say. I will make sure your mom, dad, and Ms. Monica are taken care of. Well tell Jerry I love him and miss him. I love you.
Mary
Mary Cloud
February 9, 2009
Donna Bill and Ms. Monica,
I dont even know where to begin. Nothing will make your pain go away but a lot of people care about you guys and are going to help you. I dont know what to say but I am sorry. Billy was the closest I had to a brother. I love you very much
MARY
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