Gerald C. McKinnon's Obituary
Decatur-Gerald C. McKinnon, 61, of Decatur, passed away March 24, 2009 in Hudson, Illinois.
Memorial services to celebrate Gerald’s life will be held at a later date. Per his wishes cremation rites will be accorded. Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with these arrangements. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Gerald was born May 16, 1947 in Dover, New Hampshire the son of John and Gladys (Gieau) McKinnon. He was employed as a builder at Bridgestone-Firestone for almost thirty years. He enjoyed playing pool, shooting darts, and gardening. He married Joan Painter May 13, 1994 in Decatur.
He leaves behind his wife Joan, daughters; Kelli Starr of St. Joseph, Illinois, and Jennifer Hecht and husband Todd of O’Fallon, Missouri, step-son; Adam Smothers and wife Ashley of Decatur, step-daughter; Holly Smothers of South City, California, brother; Donald McKinnon and wife Rosemary of North Berwick, Maine, sisters; Shirley Robidas and husband Armand and Kathy Mullen and husband Dennis all of Dover, New Hampshire, father-in-law Jack Painter of Decatur, seven grandchildren, and several brother and sister in laws.
He was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter.
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