Robert Jackson "Jack" McRoy Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Robert J. “Jack” McRoy, age 86, of Marion, IL, passed away peacefully at 7:45 a.m. on March 1, 2017 at his home in Marion, IL. He was born in Marion, IL on Monday, November 17, 1930, the son of Robert and Ada (Davis) McRoy. Jack was united in marriage to Zella Jo Ann McAnelly on Monday, October 23, 1950 in Pocahontas, AR and together they have shared over 66 years of marriage. He answered the call of this nation by enlisting into the United States Air Force on January 5, 1951, and after his period of faithful service was honorably discharged on October 30, 1953 with the rank of Airman First Class. He was employed by the Marion Veterans Hospital and worked in the Broiler Plant until his retirement. Jack enjoyed wood working and was always involved with the activities of his sons. He was a member of Freedom Free Will Baptist Church and was very actively involved for many years. He is survived by his wife, Jo Ann McRoy of Marion; two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert “Bob” and Terri McRoy of Carterville, IL and Bill and Judy McRoy of Marion, nine grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, other extended family and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Charles and Don McRoy. Arrangements for Robert J. “Jack” McRoy were entrusted to Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 N. Court St., Marion, IL. The graveside committal service was at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 3, 2017, at Freedom Cemetery located south of Marion on IL Route 37 with Rev. Ed Krantz and Rev. David Milburn presiding. Those attending the committal service joined the family in the Freedom Free Will Baptist Church parking lot prior to proceeding to the graveside at 11:00 a.m. Military honors were accorded at the graveside by members of Heyde-Pillow V.F.W. Post No. 1301 and American Legion Post No. 147 both of Marion and members of the United States Air Force Funeral Honor Detail. For additional information please contact the funeral home by calling 618-993-2131.

Robert Jackson "Jack" McRoy

November 17, 1930 - March 1, 2017