Jason Donald Mears' Obituary
Decatur – Jason Donald Mears, 54, of Decatur, passed away Monday, May 19, 2025.
Jason was born on January 3, 1971, in Decatur, the son of Roy C. and Marilyn Arlene (Logue) Mears. He worked as a cook at many places in Decatur. He worked for 13 years at Applebee’s, 7 years at the Decatur Convention Center, Pop’s Place, Maverick Steak House, and started out as a busboy at The Aloha.
Jason loved playing video games (Play Station), listening to music and watching T.V.
Jason is survived by his children: Rachel Mears of WI, Brandi Mears and Erin Mears both of Springfield; nine grandchildren; mother, Marilyn Mears of Decatur and sister, Angela Mears of IN.
Jason was preceded in death by his father and aunt Joyce Logue.
Visitation will be Friday, May 30, 2025, from 1 PM until the service time of 2 PM, at the Moran & Goebel Funeral Home. Burial will take place at 1pm, Monday, June 16, 2025, at Graceland Cemetery.
Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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