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Funeral Ceremony: 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Interment: Elmwood Cemetery, Flora
Visitation: 1-2 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home
James L. “Jake” Dulaney, age 83, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Wednesday evening, September 18, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born June 4, 1941, in Clay County, the son of James C. and Martha L. (Hough) Dulaney. He married the love of his life, Linda K. Wheeler on April 23, 1960, at Oak Street Baptist Church in Flora, and together they have shared 64 wedding anniversaries.
Jake will be remembered for his strong work ethic. He had previously worked for the Embarras River Basin Agency, and the International Shoe Factory, before retiring from Valbert’s Feed Store and Valbert’s Farm. Jake loved fishing and hunting and enjoyed woodworking and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his beloved wife: Linda Dulaney of Flora; children: Pamela Mayhaus (John) of Xenia, Brenda Dulaney (Donnie) of Flora, Becky Harker (Jim) of Rinard, and Randy Dulaney (Shannon) of Flora; grandchildren: Stephanie Harp (Todd) of Lincoln, Tiffany Dulaney (Josh) of Xenia, Jason Bullard (Brandi) of Neoga, Jami Chase (Josh) of Fairfield, Bryan Bullard (Kim) of Xenia, Linda Puckett (Jeremiah) of Rinard, Casey Workman of Flora, Shelley Chase (Darrin) of Brownstown, Coty Workman (Jesse) of Flora, Brittiney Greenwood (Curtis) of Flora, Hannah Mayhaus of Bluff City, and bonus grandson, Ben Harrington of Mt. Erie; 26 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren; siblings: Donald “Abe” (Cheryl) Dulaney of Flora, Phyllis (Howard) Sunderland of Taylorville, and Debbie (Rodney) Payne of Cisne; sister-in-law: Zelda Dulaney; several nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog, Tiny.
He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant son: Michael L. Dulaney; a daughter: Lisa K. Dulaney; a brother: William “Buck” Dulaney; and two beloved dogs: Buddy and Shelby.
A funeral ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery, Flora. A visitation will be held from 1-2 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to the family, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
Jul 21, 1931 - Nov 18, 2024
Nov 15, 1940 - Nov 9, 2024
Sep 5, 1961 - Oct 31, 2024
Nov 14, 1941 - Oct 30, 2024
Nov 28, 1936 - Oct 29, 2024
Jake was a great guy and will be missed by many. Condolences to all the families
Jake a great man, I've known him most of my life. He will be missed greatly. Prayers for the family
Sorry for your loss and may God bless all of you
May God's blessings be with your family.
Jake was a good family friend and dedicated employee for many years. He was a content man with a lot of common sense and enjoyed the simple country life. Our sincere condolences to his family.
may The LORD BRING YOU PEACE. I met Mr.Delaney when we went to visit Becky and Jim, he is such a sweet man, full of great stories to tell. I AM sure he will be missed. LOVE TO ALL THE FAMILY
Uncle Jake will be dearly missed, but sure glad we will see him again. So proud of him, for taking the Lord as his savior a few weeks back. I will sure miss him coming to help work on these Oliver tractors, when deep down, we knew he wanted an Allis. He loved sitting and visiting with me, and admiring our chickens....
Condolences to his family!
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and Cremation Services
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