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      A graveside service will be held privately by the family.

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      Billy J. Vann, of Collinsville, IL, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Memorial Care Center in Belleville, IL.

      He was born January 25, 1935, to Homer and Mae Ruth (nee Neal) Vann in Winona, MO. He married the love of his life, Von McDaniel on September 1, 1956, in Leesville, LA.

      Billy loved his family more than anything.   He was a treasured husband, father, grandpa, and great grandpa.  He enjoyed fishing, going to state fairs, homecomings and  yard sales .   Billy enjoyed taking long scenic drives with Von, especially driving up the Great River Road to eagle watch.   He absolutely adored being a grandpa to his 6 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren and was so proud of them all. Billy loved life and living it to the fullest.  He was a great man and will be dearly missed by many.

      He is preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Mae Ruth Vann; son, Craig Vann; brother, Clarence Vann.

      Billy is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Von Vann; children, Rhonda (Ron) Schmidt, Steven Vann; daughter-in-law, Sandy Mann; grandchildren, Kristi (Ricky) Rogers, Josh Vann, Brett Vann, Christopher (Lacey) Schmidt, Jeremy Schmidt, Garrett (Alisia) Schmidt and 9 great-grandchildren.

      Memorials may be made to Salem Cemetery Association.
      6810 Alhambra Rd. Alhambra, IL 62001

      A graveside service will be held privately by the family.

      Kassly-Meridith Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL.

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    1. Barb Dowdy / December 3, 2022 at 6:35 am

      Dear Aunt Von Rhonda and Steven. Will miss seeing him in the yard or honking his horn as he passed by my house so often. He always was smiling as he would wave at people going by their house. So sorry for your loss. Love you all

    2. Betty Imboden / December 3, 2022 at 10:05 am

      Dear Rhonda and family, I have beautiful memories going to listen to Chris play his guitar and meeting your parents. They loved every minute adoring their grandchildren. Your dad had such zest for living and truly loved sharing stories about life and family. Our sincere condolences to you, your mother and your family. May he Rest In Peace.

      Love and prayers, Betty Imboden

    3. Jody Harrison / December 4, 2022 at 7:06 pm

      Thinking of you during this sad time, Rhonda. Praying for you and your family. Wishing you peace and comfort

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