Jayne Ann McNeill Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Jayne A. McNeill, age 61, of Marion, IL, passed away peacefully at 7:50 a.m. on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, in Shawnee Christian Nursing Center of Herrin, IL. She was born on November 8, 1960, in Marion, IL, the daughter of Charles William and Helen Louise (Shanks) Emery. Jayne attended school in Marion, and was a graduate of Marion High School Class of 1978. She continued her education attending at MacMurray College of Jacksonville, IL, for 1 year. She then transferred to Southern Illinois University of Carbondale, IL, where she received her Bachelors of Science Degree in Special Education. She started her teaching career in Special Needs Education first with the Galatia School System and later with the Eldorado School System. She accepted a position with the Marion Unit II School System teaching at Longfellow, Jefferson and Lincoln Schools for many years. She eventually retired after teaching for 33 ½ years. She was united in marriage to Mark McNeill on August 4, 1995, and together they shared over 6 years of marriage until his death on November 6, 2001. She is a member of Scottsboro Baptist Church of Marion, for many years and a member of Alpha Delta Kappa Teacher’s Sorority. Jayne Ann enjoyed attending many Christian and social gatherings and was always full of laughter and joy. In her spare time, she enjoyed traveling and has traveled all over the world. She also was part of a card playing group that gathered regularly playing Bunco and Pinochle. Her family was a very important part of her life and enjoyed all the many times they gathered together. She was always interested in hearing about all the many activities going on in their lives. The many memories created will now be cherished by those she leaves behind. She is survived by two brothers, Jim Emery and his wife, Patty and Randy Emery and his wife, Marti all of Marion; four nieces and nephews, Travis Emery and wife, Anne, Traci Robertson and husband, Jim, Sean Emery and wife, Tracy and Shanna Drone and husband, David all of Marion; eight great nieces and nephews, Ben Emery, Tyler Jacobs, Brianna Baker and husband, Stephen, Dustin Robertson, Tori Laudando and husband, Rob, Clint Emery and wife, Emily and Josh Emery all of Marion, and Kyle Emery of Albuquerque, NM; five great-great nieces and nephews, Jack Emery, Mariah Emery, Luke Emery, Alora Laudando and Hudson Baker all of Marion; aunt, Deloris Dungy and husband, Earl Ray of Marion; uncle, Lester Emery of Coco Beach, FL, other extended family and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Arrangements were entrusted to Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 North Court Street, Marion, IL. The visitation was from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 9th, at the funeral home. The funeral service was at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 10, 2022, at Wilson-McReynolds Funeral with Rev. Kevin McNeely and Rev. Andy Greer presiding. Comments of memory were presented by Jayne’s brother, Randy Emery and nephew, Ben Emery. Special recorded vocal musical selections presented during the service were “Amazing Grace” by Alan Jackson, “Master of the Wind” by Steve Ladd and “Precious Lord” by Krissa Somero. Special vocal musical selections presented during the service were “The Lighthouse” and “I Can Only Imagine” both by Matt Throgmorton with recorded accompaniment. Interment followed next to her husband in Rose Hill Cemetery of Marion, IL. Pallbearers were Clint Emery, Josh Emery, Tyler Jacobs, Dustin Robertson, Stephen Baker and Ben Emery. Following the committal service, the family gathered at Scottsboro Baptist Church of Marion, for a meal and continued time of fellowship and support. The family requested for those who preferred, memorial contributions be made to either or both; “Scottsboro Baptist Church Building Fund” and/or “Hospice of Southern Illinois.” For additional information call the funeral home at 618-993-2131.

Jayne Ann McNeill

November 8, 1960 - June 7, 2022