James W. Rheinecker's Obituary
James W. Rheinecker, age 76, of Pinckneyville, IL, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 6:20 p.m. in his home.
James was born on June 24, 1942 in Pinckneyville, IL, a son of William J. and Mildred F. (Loos) Rheinecker. James worked for Decca Records, Pinckneyville, IL and later as a coal miner at the Old Ben and Zeigler mines. He was a member of the U.M.W.A. and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2522, Pinckneyville, IL. He enjoyed fishing, deer hunting, mushroom hunting, watching Nascar and hanging out with his friends. James was a great cook and especially enjoyed baking pies.
Survivors include one daughter, Kathy McKenzie of DuQuoin, IL; one son, James (Melisa) Rheinecker, Jr. of DuQuoin, IL; two brothers, Larry (Judy) Rheinecker of Sparta, IL and Billy (Carol) Rheinecker of Tamaroa, IL; one sister, Judy Oller of Belleville, IL; three grandchildren, Katelyn McKenzie of DuQuoin, IL, Chelsey Rheinecker of DuQuoin, IL and Cole McKenzie of DuQuoin, IL; one great-granddaughter, Ivey; and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
James was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held at Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be in Mueller Hill Cemetery, Pinckneyville, IL.
Visitation will be held at Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL on Friday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and again on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.
Memorial donations may be made to his great-granddaughter, Ivey.
Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL has been entrusted with arrangements.
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