James Dalluge's Obituary
James C Dalluge, 68, of Oreana, IL, passed away March 21, 2023 at Decatur Memorial Hospital.
James was born December 16, 1954 in Decatur, IL, the son of Charles Laverne and Billie Louise (Harvey) Dalluge. He married Jenny on February 9, 1991 in Decatur, IL.
James was a proud member of Carpenter Union 742. He was a very talented carpenter. Jim was elected Business Agent of Carpenters Local 742 in 1985. He remained the Business Agent until his election to become EST of the MCIRCC in 1995. He served 4 terms prior to his retirement in August of 2011. Jim served on many boards, including the Apprenticeship Board, Health and Welfare and Pension Fund and various other boards in the community and with the union.
Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing and boating. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals Fan. He especially loved spending time with his wife and family.
Surviving are his wife Jenny; children, Rebecca Smart (Robert) of Decatur, IL, James Daniel Dalluge (Liz) of Decatur, IL, Brett Poe (Angela) of Decatur, IL; sister, Mary Dalluge of Decatur, IL; grandchildren, Kelsey, Caleb, Zane, Dajia, Brian, Cameron, Nathan, Megan; great granddaughter, Edith and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
James was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers, Charles “Curt” Dalluge, Robert Dalluge, and John Douglas Dalluge.
Funeral service will be 11 AM Tuesday March 28, 2023 at Moran and Goebel Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5 – 7 PM Monday, March 27, 2023 at Moran and Goebel Funeral Home.
Burial will be at Macon Township Cemetery.
Memorials: St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or Special Olympics. Condolences may be left to his family at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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