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  • Visitation

    Memorial Visitation

    Saturday, January 28, 2023

    9:00 am to 11:00 am

    First United Methodist Church, Lebanon, IL

  • Service

    Memorial Service

    Saturday, January 28, 2023

    11:00 am

    First United Methodist Church, Lebanon, IL

  • Full Obituary

    James J. “Jim” Ferrall, 73, of Lebanon, IL, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at his home.

    Jim was born on November 29, 1949, in Washington, D.C., to William and Margaret (nee Holtzmann) Ferrall. On August 22, 1970, he married the love of his life, Kathleen “Kathy” Klein, at the McKendree Chapel in Lebanon, IL.

    Jim grew up in Lebanon, graduating from Lebanon High School and later going on to earn a Bachelor’s in Economics from McKendree College. He was a lifelong member of First United Methodist Church, singing in the choir for many years.

    A social man who never knew a stranger, Jim was always quick to strike up a conversation. He had a booth at the Lebanon Flea Market where he enjoyed being around and talking to people in the community. Jim liked going to yard sales with his wife, watching movies, and was a St. Louis Cardinals fan.

    Jim enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and loved his family. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

    He was preceded in death by his parents, William Ferrall and Margaret Holtzmann.

    Jim is survived by his wife of 52 years, Kathy Ferrall, Lebanon, IL; daughter, Melissa (Paul) Bybee, Grain Valley, MO; granddaughters, Adelyn Bybee and Hailey Bybee.

    Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church in Lebanon, IL.

    Memorial Visitation: Saturday, January 28, 2023, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, at First United Methodist Church, Lebanon, IL

    Memorial Service: Saturday, January 28, 2023, 11:00 am, at First United Methodist Church, Lebanon, IL

    Clergy: Reverend Kim Hagedorn, Pastor

    Meridith Funeral Home, Lebanon, IL

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5 Condolences
 
  1. Clara Harrison / January 8, 2023 at 2:05 am

    Kathy and Melissa I am so sorry to see Jim pass. My heart goes out to you Kathy, May God wrap his arm around you and comfort you and ease your pain. I am not sure if I am able to make it to the services due to working. If you don’t see me there it’s because I couldn’t get off work.

  2. Jim and Sue Horneman / January 8, 2023 at 1:02 pm

    Kathy, Sue and I are sorry for your loss. We couldn’t think of having any better neighbors. We are glad to have been a part of Jim’s life. We hope during this time of grief you are able to remember good times that were a part of your life with Jim.
    May God give you and your family peace and comfort at this time.

  3. Pat Suydam / January 14, 2023 at 3:07 pm

    Jon and I are also so sad to hear this. He was always smiling. Condolences to the family.

  4. tom brede / January 15, 2023 at 12:59 am

    i am so sorry to hear of jims passing. i just talked to him 2 weeks ago at the flea market.

  5. MARGARET V. LEE / January 18, 2023 at 9:20 am

    II am praying for you Kathy and the entire family. Jim was a dear friend of mine for many, many years; May God comfort you in you grief in the homegoing of your love one. Love and peace to you at this time

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