James J. Wrigley's Obituary
Decatur – James J. Wrigley, 73, of Decatur, passed away Friday, December 22, 2023, at Decatur Memorial Hospital, Decatur, IL.
James was born May 5, 1950, in Decatur, IL, the son of Robert M. and Esther Irene Wrigley. A U.S. Coast Guard veteran and member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, James worked as a parole officer for Macon County for many years. He married Becky McDermott on May 8, 1982.
Surviving is his wife, Becky of Decatur; siblings: Robert I. Wrigley of Decatur, IL, L. Stephen Wrigley and wife Linda of Decatur, IL, Thomas S. Wrigley and wife Betty of Columbus, NE, Mary Ann King and husband Larry of Decatur, IL, Melinda of Decatur, IL, and Christopher of Decatur, IL; sisters-in-law: Ruth Wrigley and Jacque Wrigley; several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
James was preceded in death by his parents; brothers: John P. Wrigley, Matthew A. Wrigley, Michael A. Wrigley, godson TJ Wrigley, and sister-in-law Gloria.
Visitation will be at 10am Friday, December 29, 2023, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church until the funeral mass time of 11am. Burial with military rites will follow at Boiling Springs Cemetery.
Moran & Goebel Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.moranangoebel.com.
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