Obituary of John E. Harrell
John E. Harrell, passed away peacefully at the age of 80, on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at The Parc in Joliet. He was born in Chicago, IL, on July 12, 1943, the son of the late Herbert and Carrie (nee Wasson) Harrell. John was a graduate of Lane Tech High School and attended Bob Jones University in South Carolina
John was dedicated to his faith and always attended church. He was most recently an active parishioner of Shorewood Baptist Church. He enjoyed reading and always studied his bible. Through his longtime career in building maintenance, he developed a love for floral gardening.
John is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Alice Kay (nee Webster) Harrell; his children,Phillip John (Jennett) Harrell, Deborah Kay (Jeff) Surrett, and Matthew Milton Harrell; his six grandchildren; his siblings, David (Pat) Harrell and Martha (the late Mike) Pech; and brother-in-law, Ed Carlson. Several nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.
He is preceded by his parents; and his sister, Esther Carlson.
Visitation for John E. Harrell will be held on Friday, December 22, 2023, at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd. (at Essington Rd.), Joliet, IL, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 12:30 p.m. Interment will follow at Elmhurst Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to American Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
For more information please call 815-741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave an online condolence.
