John Korner IV's Obituary
John Korner IV, age 79, of Coulterville, IL, passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023 at 8:05 p.m. in Pinckneyville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Pinckneyville, IL.
John was born on February 29, 1944 in Chicago, IL, a son to John and Gladys (Carr) Korner III. On April 4, 1964, he married Sharon Beaman in McHenry, IL. He worked as the Manager of Materials and as an Information Technologist for Wilke Window & Door Inc for over 17 years. John enjoyed working outside, gardening, watching television shows, and working on his train set. He loved spending time with his family, especially with his children and grandchildren. John will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Sharon Korner of Coulterville, IL; three sons, Thomas Korner of Los Angeles, CA, James (Thekla) Korner of Germany, and Steven Korner of Coulterville, IL; one daughter, Christina Hoferitza of Des Plaines, IL; one brother, William (Pat) Korner of Necedah, WI; and eight grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
It was John's wishes to be cremated. A celebration of life will be at a later date.
In lieu of flower memorial contributions may be made to the Perry County Humane Society, DuQuoin, IL.
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