John Robert Dees – Coello, IL

COELLO — John Robert Dees, 60, died at 7:20 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2016, in Benton Rehab and Healthcare.

Mr. Dees was a mechanic for Alpha Services.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force.

He was born Sept. 3, 1955, in Du Quoin, to Donald Dees of Coello, and Elizabeth “Betty” (Hickman) Dees.

He married Kim (Hoover) Dees on Nov. 17, 2003, and she survives of Coello.

Survivors include children, Daniel and Lisa Dees of Royalton, and Derek Dees of Herrin; stepdaughter, Michele Wallace of Benton; and brother, Bryan Dees of Coello.

He was preceded in death by his mother.

His wishes were to be cremated with no services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Gilbert Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.

For more information, visit www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com.

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