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BILLY VAN HOOSE
JERSEYVILLE- William "Billy" Van Hoose Jr., 34, died at 7:40 a.m., Friday, May 16, 2014, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., after a long battle with cancer.
He was born at St. Joseph's Hospital in Alton on June 5, 1979, and was the son of William Daniel and Debra Lynn (McCoy) Van Hoose Sr.
Billy was a brake specialist at U-Haul until his battle with cancer began. He enjoyed fishing, sports, following the Chicago Cubs, and spending time with his son, Kaden who was his pride and joy and together they have accumulated quite a baseball card collection.
Billy has provided his family with many special memories, leaving his family with pride in knowing how he fought this disease with dignity and honor, and never asking the question, "Why me?".
He is survived by his parents, William and Lisa Van Hoose Sr. of Jerseyville; his beloved son, Kaden Daniel Van Hoose of Jerseyville; two brothers, Dustin L. Van Hoose of Wood River and Cody R. Van Hoose of Jerseyville; two sisters, Rachel M. Beemer and Tiffany Van Hoose both of Jerseyville.
He is also survived by his grandmother, Mary McCoy Ready of Grafton, who bestowed upon Billy more love and compassion that only a Grandma can do, taking care of him and making him feel safe during his illness. He is also survived by his paternal grandparents, William and Mary Van Hoose of Lenzberg, Ill.; and his maternal grandparents, Carl and Mary Prather of Wood River.
In addition, he is survived by numerous aunts and uncles, Tim and Cindy McCoy of Grafton, Dave and Jennifer McCoy of Grafton, Mike and Missy Van Hoose of Wood River, Maurice Depper of Dow, Sandy Bailey of Granite City, and James Crowe of Grafton; along with many cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Debra Lynn McCoy on Dec. 23, 2009; a brother, Joseph Johnson on Aug. 10, 2007; his aunt, Lori (McCoy) Crowe; and his grandparents, Dale McCoy, Raymond "Gene" Ready, and Donald Scoggins.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, May 19, at the Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville, where funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m., Tuesday, May 20. Rev. John Gibson will officiate.
Burial will take place at the Scenic Hill Cemetery in Grafton.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to his family in care of Crawford Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for William VanHoose
May 20, 2014
Rest In Peace young man!
Robin Davidson
May 19, 2014
He was a friend to everyone, and always had a smile. I am so sorry to hear he is gone so young. RIP. Many prayers and deepest sympathies to those grieving.
ian hampsey
May 18, 2014
my heart hurts after reading this. i grew up with billy and we played street hockey together and used to argue over the blues and blackhawks. my heart goes out to his family. i love you billy and you will be missed.
Melissa White
May 18, 2014
So sorry for your loss my deepest sympathy for his family
Joe Kallal
May 18, 2014
Seems like yesterday we were playing baseball in the lot next my house when we were kids. Now our kids are in their 30's. Our hearts are broken to hear of such tragedy of someone so young. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May 18, 2014
My heart breaks for your family. Many prayers coming your way. Bill and Carla Brady
Randy Williamson
May 17, 2014
Bill and Lisa prayers for you and your families...Randy and Bev Williamson
Vickie McClain/Clark
May 17, 2014
Words can't express how deeply sorry I am for your loss.
May 17, 2014
Sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you and your family. Take care, Deann Woolsey.
Brenda and Denny Larner
May 17, 2014
Special prayers are being said for you and your family
Brenda and Denny Larner
May 17, 2014
Gurkk and Lisa our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family at this sad time. We are praying for all of you and thinking of you. Hold tight to those cherished memories and Billy will always be right beside you. Brenda and Denny Larner
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