Cecil C. Laird's Obituary
Cecil C. Laird, age 82, of Pinckneyville, IL, passed away on Friday, December 4, 2009 at 10:30 p.m. in Benton Rehab and Healthcare Center, Benton, IL. Cecil was born August 4, 1927 in Wayne County, IL, a son to Harold P. and Emma Elizabeth (Williams) Laird. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, had worked as a truck driver most of his life but also as a mechanic, and loved fishing. Survivors include three sons, Carroll (Betty) Laird, Tim (Tracey) Laird, and John Laird; a daughter, Rebecca (John) Lambert; a brother, Robert Laird; two sisters, Wilma Lee Kellerman and Corrine Martin; nine grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, three sisters, and a son in infancy. Cecil's wishes were to be cremated and no services will be held at this time. Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL is in charge of arrangements.
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