John Ed Foran's Obituary
John Ed Foran, age 86, of Belleville, IL, passed away on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at 10:07 a.m. in his home.
John was born on November 20, 1934 in East St. Louis, MO, a son to Arthur and Pearl (Hendrickson) Foran. He proudly served in the United States Navy and had worked for Illinois Central Railroad for forty-two years, he retired in 1996. John had been married.
Survivors include his one brother, Jim Foran; and children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Earl and Bill Foran.
John's wishes were to have his body donated to Washington University School of Medicine and no service will be held.
"Don't cry for me, I had a great life. And I want to thank all my family and friends for all the joy and happiness you gave me. I had a ball."
Pyatt Funeral Home, Coulterville, IL has been entrusted with the arrangements
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