William J. Cummings' Obituary
William J. Cummings Jr., 76, of Decatur passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 in his home.
Bill was born on July 15, 2013 in Springfield, IL the son of William and Juanita (Triplett) Cummings. He was retired from Caterpillar Manufacturing and a member of UAW. He was an Avid St. Louis Cardinal, Illini Basketball, and Boxing fan. He was also a great story teller. He married Gloria J. Smith on October 20, 1990 in Decatur.
Surviving are his wife, Gloria; son, Mike Cummings (Patti) of Decatur; daughter, Michelle Muth (Scott) of Decatur; brother, Jim Cummings (Bev) of Pittsfield; grand-daughters, Lindsey Riedel and Latrisha Cummings both of Decatur; and his best friend Bud II his pet dog.
He was preceded in death by his parents, step-father, Larry Otte; two brothers, Charles and Clifford Cummings, and his pet dog Bud.
Funeral Liturgy will be 2 PM Saturday, November 9, 2013 in Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home; 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Visitation will be 12-2 PM Saturday in the funeral home. Private burial will be in Mt. Gilead Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Homeward Bound Animal Shelter.
The family of William J. Cummings Jr. is being served by Moran & Goebel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2801 N. Monroe Street, Decatur, IL. View the on line obituary, share memories, and send condolences to the family at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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