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Service:
A Celebration of Jim’s Life will be held at the
Clinton Church of Christ on October 25, 2025, at
11:00 a.m.
Funeral home:
Peasley Funeral Home, Lincoln
Obituary
James F. Defebaugh, 83, of Clinton,
passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025,
surrounded by his loved ones, as he went to be with
his Lord and Savior.
Jim was born on July 6, 1942. He was a devoted
husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Jim is survived by his cherished wife of 59 years
Betty, sisters Leona and Avis, his children: James
E. Defebaugh of Jasper, GA, Julie (Mark) Rogers of
St. Louis, MO., Jason (Gina) Defebaugh of Lincoln,
IL and Jenifer (Dan) Leevey of Forsyth, IL;
grandchildren: Taelor (Nolan) Rynearson, Alex
(Kayla) Rogers, Destiny (Travis) Barnes, Morgan
(Patrick) Hoban, Rylee Defebaugh, Jaron Defebaugh,
Brently Defebaugh, Emma Leevey, Samantha Rogers,
Jillian Defebaugh; and ten great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his mother, Florence; father,
Harold; and siblings Edith, Richard, Bob and Jerry.
Jim, an avid gardener, had a passion for growing
vegetables and sharing his harvest with friends and
family. He was a fan of many sports, with the
Chicago Cubs and the Illinois Fighting Illini being
his favorites. His many hobbies include fishing,
woodworking, and playing games with his family and
friends. |
Jim never met a stranger and always
looked for (and found) the best in everyone. He will
be deeply missed.
A Celebration of Jim’s Life will be held at the
Clinton Church of Christ on October 25, 2025, at
11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made
to the Clinton Church of Christ.
Peasley Funeral Home of Lincoln is assisting the
family with arrangements.
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