Gerald O'Dell Grace's Obituary
Gerald O’Dell “Gerry” Grace, 71, of Decatur, IL, passed into God’s eternal presence on Sunday, August 18, 2024.
Gerry was born January 12, 1953, in Evansville, Indiana, to Gordon and Elta Mae Grace. He was a graduate of Stephen Decatur High School and Illinois State University. He dedicated over thirty years of service to the State of Illinois before retiring in 2018.
Gerry found great joy in watching his grandchildren participate in their various sports and activities. He was an avid golfer and a lifelong fan of the St. Louis Cardinals and the Fighting Illini, a passion he passed down to his son, Nick.
Gerry is survived by his wife of 41 years, Karen Grace of Decatur; his son, Nick (Amanda) Grace of Decatur; and his cherished grandchildren, Lucas and Addy Mae. He also leaves behind his brother, Gary (Donna) Grace of St. Louis, MO; his sister, Evelyn Drahovzal of Canal Fulton, OH; his sister-in-law, Shirley Rapp of Belleville, IL; as well as a niece and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers-in-law, Roger Rapp and Michael Drahovzal.
Visitation will be at Holy Family Catholic Church from 11:00 AM to Noon on August 24th with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to Holy Family Catholic School.
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