James Hewitt

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James A. Hewitt
Date Of Birth:02/14/1930
Date Of Death:12/17/2011
Service Date:Funeral service 11:00 am on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at Liberty Bible Church in Eureka, IL. Visitation Tuesday evening from 4-7 pm at the church and also from 10-10:45 am before the service on Wednesday.

 

James A. Hewitt

 

Eureka-

James A. Hewitt, 81, of Eureka, IL passed away at 8:15 pm on Saturday, December 17, 2011 at Proctor Hospital in Peoria, IL.

He was born on February 14, 1930 in Eureka, IL a son of Melvin and Grace Boughton Hewitt. He married Joanne Musselman on April 10, 1949 in Peoria, IL. She survives.

 

Also surviving are three sons, Bob (Jane) Hewitt of Morton, IL; Tim Hewitt of Eureka, IL; Tom (Shani) Hewitt of Toledo, OH; three daughters, Nancy Conley of Peoria, IL; Connie (Randy) Grusy of Eureka, IL; Sherri (Jerrold) Moxley of Eureka, IL; two sisters, Mary Grace (Stan) Wertz of Eureka, IL; Kay (David) Traver of Maumee, OH; eleven grandchildren, and fifteen great-grandchildren.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents, one son-in-law John Conley; and one sister, Beverly Littrell.

 

An Army veteran, he served his country during the Korean War.

 

James was known as the "Faithful Worker". He worked many various jobs in the Eureka area. He loved his Lord and was a man devoted to his wife, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

 

He was a past deacon and member of Liberty Bible Church in Eureka where funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, December 21, 2011. Pastor Tom Zobrist will officiate. Visitation will be held Tuesday evening from 4-7 pm at Liberty Bible Church and from 10-10:45 am at the church on Wednesday before the service. Burial will be in Olio Township Cemetery where military rites will be accorded at the grave. Argo-Ruestman-Harris Funeral Home in Eureka is assisting the family with their arrangements.

 

Memorial contributions may be made to Liberty Bible Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.ruestmanharrisfuneralhome.com


  • From: Bonnie & David Owens
    Location:Bloomington, IL

    Nancy & Connie, so sorry to hear about your dad. My prayers will be with him, your mother, and the rest of the family. He'll be buried not far from Dad, so I'll say a prayer and hello when I drive by. I do remember your dad from my days at EHS...always friendly and with a smile. I pray your mother is doing well...she's a very neat lady and so blessed to have such a large, loving family. May God be with you all.


  • From: Linda Kandel
    Location:Indianapolis, IN and Eureka, IL

    Dear Joanne and family, We grieve with you the loss of your Godly husband, father, grandfather, brother. Remembering our friendship as Tom and Brad became such good friends back in 2nd grade! Our deepest sympathy to you all. May you rejoice in the legacy of a humble servant. Frank and Linda Kandel


  • From: Jim, Barb & Terri Witter
    Location:Tulsa, OK

    Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Your dad's smile will be greatly missed by many.


  • From: Bill & Dorothy Harper
    Location:Roanoke, IL

    Joanne & family, You are in our thoughts and prayers in the loss of your husband, father & grandfather. We know he is in a better place, but he will be missed greatly by his family. We will be holding you up in prayer in the days ahead, that God will give you the comfort and help you need at this difficult time in your lives.


  • From: Bill & Dorothy Harper
    Location:Roanoke, IL

    Joanne & family, You are in our thoughts and prayers in the loss of your husband, father & grandfather. We know he is in a better place, but he will be missed greatly by his family. We will be holding you up in prayer in the days ahead, that God will give you the comfort and help you need at this difficult time in your lives.


  • From: Catherine & Steve Jorgensen
    Location:Holland, Ohio

    To the Hewitt Family, we are friends and new neighbors of Tom and Shani. We send our sincere condolences to all of you. Knowing the kindness and love that Tom has in his heart for his family, friends, and strangers is a testament to how he was raised by his mom and dad. Be comforted in that James is at peace and his legacy in his children continues.


  • From: Karlita and Dwight Sloter
    Location:Congerville, IL

    Sorry to hear about Jim. I always remember him smiling. He was a wonderful person.


  • From: Howard Leman
    Location:United States

    Dear Joan, So sorry to hear of Jim's home going. He was a great guy and I am sure is going to be missed greatly. What a blessing to know that he is walking the streets of gold. It was so good to see you guys this summer. It is not always possible for to make the reunion. God bless you Joan. You are in our prayers. Love and Blessings, Howard and Carol Leman


  • From: Michael, Susan and family Detweiler
    Location:Dawson, IL

    Joanne and family, We loved "Mr. Hewitt"! He will always hold a special place in our hearts. He was a wonderful example of a Godly man, showing his strength by living his life for the Lord. He was by far the best church greeter ever! Always greeting with a smile, aiding those who moved a little slow, holding the door for a lady, and giving the young fella's an example of a real hand shake. There is no way to put into words what he has meant to us. Joanne you will be bathed in prayer and I know you will find the comfort of Christ sustaining you until you are reunited with your sweet heart. I have a hunch he will be one of the greeters in heaven, smiling big and bright as we all come home! With our love, Michael, Susan, Molly, Riley, Michael, Levi and Teodora


  • From: Glenda McWaters
    Location:Hopkinsville, KY

    We are so sorry for your loss. All of you are in our thoughts & prayers. Sending our love to you. Glenda McWaters & family (Beverly Littrell's granddaughter)


  • From: Jimmy and Mary Gale
    Location:Fairborn, Ohio

    Aunt JoAnne, Nancy, Bob, Connie, Tim, Tom, and Sherrie, We were so sorry to hear of Uncle Jim's passing. Like you, we will truly miss an amazing person. Such a positive influence on me and Eddie as we were growing up in Eureka. Along with Grandma Hewitt, you two were such a blessing to our Dad in raising two small boys. He was such a quiet listener but always offered fatherly advice, and sometimes some firm direction. I'm so proud that he is a part of me.


  • From: Amy Rustand
    Location:Fort Worth, TX

    Aunt Joanne and Family, I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Jim's passing. My family's visits to your big white house when I was growing up are cherished memories of mine. Though I didn't know him well, I remember Uncle Jim as a man with a quiet but keen sense of humor, and a smile ever on his face. I know he also played a part in helping to raise my Dad. I know my Dad to be a good and loving man, and I will be forever grateful to Uncle Jim for the example he gave of what a man and a father should be for his family and friends. I pray for comfort for you all, the loved ones he has left behind - John 6:39-40 "And this is the will of him who sent me, that I shall lose none of all that he has given me, but raise them up at the last day. For my Father's will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in him shall have eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day."


  • From: Craig & Leesha Heins
    Location:Mayview, MO

    Miss Joanne and family, Words can't begin to tell you how much I love your family. From the moment we came through the doors at LBC, you all were some of the first who welcomed us and then took us in as your own family. You & Mr. Jim always made me feel loved and appreciated. I will always remember Mr. Jim "picking" on me when I was a teenager but it let me know that I was important. You were both some of the first who always welcomed me "home" when I came back from school for visits. I will never ever forget Mr. Jim and how he had a servant's heart. He would do anything and everything for anyone. There are not very many people in the world like that. Thank you for giving me (and Craig) a good and godly example of what a marriage should be. Mr. Jim left behind a great legacy in his family and I am thankful to have known and called him a friend. It grieves me greatly that I am not able to come home to be there and give you all a hug in person. I am praying for you that God will sustain you & give you peace. I know you are sad and missing him greatly already, but I know that we will all see him again some day in Heaven. I am so thankful for that hope. Love you so much, Leesha and Craig


  • From: Sandy and Lonnie Cagle
    Location:Knoxville, TN

    Another soldier for Christ has made it home! It is times like this that serve as a reminder of how Heaven is getting sweeter all the time! Jim has finished/won the race; his faith is now SIGHT - what wonders he's viewing and experiencing at this very moment! We'll have a grand reunion someday with our loved ones and friends that have arrived there before us! We have such fond memories with y'all! Know that the whole Hewitt family is in our thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks ahead. We know Jim will be greatly missed. It's sweet to know the separation is only temporary. Luv y'all!


  • From: Lowell Stoller
    Location:Eureka, IL

    Mrs. Hewitt and Family, So sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. We will pray that God can give you comfort now and in the future. Shelly - I'm sorry that you've lost your Grandpa at Christmas time. May the Lord help to fill the void. Sincerely, Lowell Stoller