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Joe McLemore Obituary

JOE MCLEMORE SR.

ALTON — Joe B. McLemore Sr., at the age of 84, departed this life on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, to be with loved ones in heaven. He received his eternal rest at his home that was built by him and his brother, Austin.

He was born March 17, 1931, in Bells, Tenn., the youngest son of the late Ollie and Bessie (Barnett) McLemore. Joe moved to Alton in 1948 with his mother and two of his three brothers. Joe was employed at Conagra (formerly Peavey Flour Mill) for 42 years, retiring in 1991. He was an avid fisher, hunter, and loved traveling.

He met his wife, the former June B. Connors in 1949. They were married on May 27, 1950; she survives. To this union four children were born: Bonnie Fox, Joe Jr. (Tiny), Brian (Renee') and Marc (Yvette) McLemore. To cherish his memory are 11 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Also surviving are two sisters-in-law, Mary and Gertha McLemore; and a host of nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his three brothers, Austin (Mac), Lawrence (Tee) McLemore and JC Weeden. Joe was also preceded in death by his son, Brian McLemore, and his in laws, Odell Fox, William (Dilly) Connors and Ella Campbell.

Per his request a visitation only is being held from 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 2, 2015, at Harrison Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow at Upper Alton Cemetery. Pastor Diane Williams will officiate. Guest registry and condolences are available: www.harrisonfuenralchapel.com.

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Published by The Telegraph from Apr. 29 to May 1, 2015.

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Patricia Webster

May 14, 2015

Condolences. Marc to you and family Love, Aunt Trish

Malaya (Brown) Branch

May 4, 2015

Family you are in my thoughts and prayers at one of life's most difficult times. Sorry for your loss.

Velva Davis

May 2, 2015

To Cousin June and our entire family. We are so very sorry to hear of Cousin Joe Bonney's passing. We will continue to keep you in our prayers. May God bless and keep you. Love always, the Smith and Davis families.

May 2, 2015

Cousin June and Family,
Praying for you all. My the Lord give you His peace, the comfort of His love, and wonderful memories. Our love for you all.
In Him,
Rick & Della Lavender

Barbara Weeden

May 2, 2015

Sorry to hear of Mr. Joe's home going. God bless you and your family Mrs.June. Sincerely, Barbara Weeden

Lavern Parker

May 1, 2015

To Ms. June and Bonnie
Johnie and I were saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. McLemore. Our prayers are with you and I know that God will see you through. God Bless

Jacquelyn Vander

May 1, 2015

To June, Bonnie and the McLemore Family,
My deepest sympathy to your family in the passing of your loved one. A previous commitment prevents me attending services, but my prayers are with you that pleasant memories will sustain you during this time.
Jacquelyn "Jackie" Vander (Wood River)

May 1, 2015

To the entire McLemore Family, Our deepest sympathies are with you all.
You are all in our prayers. Love you all.
We will all miss Mr Joe.

Raymond and Grace Caldwell

Lillie and Diane Harris

May 1, 2015

Your family is in our hearts during your time of sorrow. We are holding you in prayer. May God's love and understanding bring you peace.
Love, Lillie and Diane

Amy Crane

May 1, 2015

Sorry for your loss Marc prayers for your family

Carole Cole

April 30, 2015

Aunt June and Family, I am praying for your comfort, peace, and strength. Sorry I can't be there.

April 30, 2015

To the McLemore family, I'm sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this time of bereavement. Sending prayers
Rhonda Brown

Mary Bernadette Madison

April 30, 2015

To The Joe B. McLemore Sr Family. Sorry to hear about the loss of your love one. I use to live@ 954 Tonsor Rd many many yrs ago.

Dave Wickenhauser

April 30, 2015

My condolences to Marc and the entire family on your loss.

Anthony Caldwell

April 30, 2015

To the entire McLemore Family, Ms June, Ella Mae,Joey, and Marc. My deepest sympathies are with you all. You are all in my prayers. Love you all.

Tony C...

Melba (peter) Davidson

April 29, 2015

Mrs June Bonnie and all the McClemore family I am so sorry to hear about Mr McClemore It seem as though I can still see him sitting in his yard in the summer time But I just want to remind you of a promise from GOD that will help you though this sad time and he said (TO BE ABSENT IN THE BODY IS TO B PRESENT WITH HIM) So I wont say don't weep because JESUS did but don't weep without hope because you will see him again And know that youall are in my prayers stay strong in the peace of God And GOD will continue to BLess you even in times we don't undertand what its about he is still blessing

Joan Williams

April 29, 2015

June and Bonnie
we are of good courage, I say, and prefer rather to be absent from the body and to be at home with the Lord.
Love Joan and Jessie Williams

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