John Heiderscheid

John “Jack” P. Heiderscheid, age 88, of Bethalto, passed away August 27, 2017, at Rosewood Care Center in Alton.He was born June 20, 1929, in Hardin, IL, the son of “C” Pete and Carrie (Schneider) Heiderscheid. He married Cecelia Sagez on August 30, 1952, and she survives.Jack worked for Shell Oil as an operator for 31 years. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local525, and the Jerseyville Moose. Jack served as an active Elder, soloist, and choir member of Bethalto Presbyterian Church. He was a veteran, having served in the US Army. Jack and Cecelia have been happily married for 65 years.In addition to his wife, Cecelia; Jack is survived by six children and their spouses, Jacqueline (Dan) Stewart, Catherine Campbell, Rita (Mark) Case, John (Rhonda) Heiderscheid, all of Bethalto, Mark (Marilisa) Heiderscheid of Glen Carbon, and Alice Ray of Alton; ten grandchildren, Beth, Steven, Sarah, Lisa, Brandon, Adam, Nolan, Jack, Evan, and Jessica; five great-grandchildren; and many other relatives, nieces, nephews, and friends.He is preceded in death by his parents; and a sister and brother-in-law, June (Werner) Schaffner.Visitation will be held Thursday, August 31, 2017, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at Elias, Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Bethalto.Funeral services will be held Friday, September 1, 2017, at 10:00 am in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Jerry Wray officiating.Burial will take place at Rose Lawn Memory Gardens with Military Burial Rites provided by Alton VFW Post #1308.Memorials may be made to the Bethalto Presbyterian Church. An online condolence and guest book may be found at www.eliaskallalandschaaf.com

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