John Edward Rupert's Obituary
John Edward Rupert, 77, of Carlinville, formerly of Decatur, died Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Carlinville Area Hospital.
John was born January 18, 1931 in Decatur, the son of James and Louise Duggan Rupert. He worked as a union plumber and was a member of Plumbers & Steamfitters Local #65 for more than 50 years. He married Roberta Wylie and she preceded him in death on October 12, 1994.
Surviving are his companion, Gloria Moushon of Carlinville; niece, Debra Ferguson of Hudson, FL, and three great nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and son, John Robert.
Visitation will be from 1 to 2 pm, Tuesday, October 28, 2008 in the Moran & Goebel Funeral Home with a graveside service immediately following in Graceland Cemetery.
The family of John Edward Rupert is being served by the Moran & Goebel Funeral Home, 2801 N. Monroe St. Decatur.
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