John G. Foley
John G. Foley, 69, of Springfield, died at 5:25 pm, Tuesday, November 4, 2014 at his home. He was born February 21, 1945 in Springfield, to John M. and Lou Mangold Foley.
He is survived by his daughter, Pam Richardson of Springfield; two grandchildren, Lexey Richardson and Madeline St. Aubin; mother, Lou Foley Grise of Springfield; companion, Nancy Neal of Springfield; aunt and uncle, Helen and Walter Bennett of Springfield and his canine companion, Keegan.
He was preceded in death by his father, grandparents; several aunts and uncles and his canine companion, Bridgette.
John attended Knox Presbyterian Church. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed working in his yard and watching his favorite TV show, Judge Judy. He was a member of South Fork Sportsman’s Club.
He had worked at Allis Chalmers, Pillsbury Mills, Horace Mann Insurance Company and SIU in Maintenance.
Memorial Service: 1 pm, Friday, November 7, 2014 at Staab Funeral Home with Kathy Swaar, CRE officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or the Animal Protective League.
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Debi Hergett Tracy posted on 11/9/14
I'm truly sorry to hear of John's passing. He was my step-nephew for a while and was a great guy. My deepest sympathy to his family.