Dennis Wade Humes' Obituary
Dennis Wade Humes, 75 of Decatur, IL, died in his home on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 of Binswanger’s disease.
Dennis was born on November 23, 1946, in Mattoon, IL, the son of A.V. Humes and Frances E. (Phillips) Humes. He married Mary Jane Ellison on July 5, 1969 in Decatur, IL.
Dennis graduated from Mattoon High School and went on to study at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute, IN. After graduation he worked for 43 years as an Engineer for Mueller Co., in Decatur, earning several patents for their products. He traveled on the job; loved fishing and walking the shoreline of Lake Shelbyville talking with other fisherman. He also enjoyed helping with projects, listening to stories and telling a few to friends. Dennis attended drag racing events in Iowa, Kansas, St. Louis, Indy and Wisconsin too.
He leaves behind his wife Mary Jane Humes of 53 years; daughter-in-law Katherine Humes; grandson John Humes and granddaughter Julianna Humes; his sister Sarah Morris and husband Tom; and many more family members and friends.
Dennis is preceded in death by our only child Michael Wade Humes (07-08-2020); and his parents A.V. Humes and Frances E. Humes.
Special thanks to staff at HSHS Hospice along with Dr. Dust and staff; Amanda Kierbs and Dr. Mahmood and also help from our close neighbors when called upon. Dennis has chosen cremation and is being served by Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home. Funeral service will be Sunday, January 23 at Noon at Mt. Zion Presbyterian Church, 345 West Main St., Mt. Zion, IL. 62549. Final resting place is in Salem Cemetery east of the circle drive, on Mt. Auburn Road, Decatur, IL. Memorials can be made to our church or donor’s choice.
Condolences may be left to the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com
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