James Robert Munos' Obituary
Decatur- James Robert Munos, 80, of Decatur passed away on Monday, October 3, 2016 in his home.
James was born on September 11, 1936 in Hillsboro, IL the son of John and Eunice (Morrain) Munos. He was a member of the U.A.W. Union and a retired from Caterpillar Manufacturing. He was also member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, Lodge 1377 in Hillsboro, IL. He married Phyllis June Stamer on October 6, 1956 in Litchfield, Illinois. They shared over fifty-nine years together.
She preceded him in death on May 27, 2016.
Surviving are his sons, Ron (Andi) Munos of O’Fallon, MO; and Mike (Gerri) Munos of Decatur; daughters, Cindy (Jack) Hosack of O’Fallon, MO; and Jan (Phil) Sweitzer of Decatur; brother, Donald Munos of Hillsboro, IL; grandchildren, Meghan (Matt) Struttman, Ryan (Julie) Munos, Brittney, Bradley, and Bobby Munos, Evan and Will Hosack, and Matthew and Rachel Sweitzer, and great-granddaughter Kate Struttman.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and brother, John Munos.
Services to celebrate James’ life will be 2 PM Friday, October 7, 2016 in Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 6-8 PM Thursday, October 6, 2016 at the funeral home. Private entombment will be in the Star of Hope Mausoleum in Graceland Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Central Christian Church.
The family of James Robert Munos is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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