William “Bill” McGlasson – DuQuoin, IL

William “Bill” McGlasson, 87, of DuQuoin, passed away on April 5, 2021 at the DuQuoin Nursing and Rehab.

He was born on October 11, 1933 in Mulkeytown, IL to Karl and Opal (Henson) McGlasson. He married Helen (Roberts) McGlasson on May 9, 1964.

He is survived by his wife Helen McGlasson of DuQuoin; one son Bill (Chris) McGlasson of Columbia, MO; one daughter Kelly Wiggins of DuQuoin; five grandchildren Destiny Wiggins, Shawn Wiggins, DJ Wiggins, Sarah McGlasson and Katherine McGlasson; four great grandchildren Jordan Wiggins, Kindell Graff, Avarie Wiggins and Reece Wiggins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Gerald McGlasson.

He was a coal miner and served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday April 10, 2021 at 3:00 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Ron Pigg officiating. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM on Saturday at the funeral home.

For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com

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