Henry J. Greer - Assalley Funeral Homes

Henry J. Greer

May 24, 1928 ~ July 6, 2024

Born in: Vandalia, Illinois
Resided in: Taylor Springs, Illinois

Henry J. Greer, 96, of Taylor Springs, Illinois, formerly of Greenville, Illinois, passed away on July 6, 2024 at Montgomery County Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center in Taylor Springs, Illinois.

Henry was born on May 24, 1928, in Vandalia, Illinois, the son of Marvin Lee and Myrtle Margaret (Castening) Greer. On March 25, 1950, he married Mary Ellen Mahon at her parent’s home in Vandalia. They had been married for over 74 years until she preceded him in death on June 9, 2024.

Henry was a mild-mannered, hardworking, family man who enjoyed spending time with his family and playing games with his grandchildren.

In 1951, Henry was drafted into the United States Army and served in the Korean War, in the Tank Battalion. After being honorably discharged, he was a milk carrier for Prairie Farms in Litchfield, Illinois and worked on a grain and dairy farm along with his brother-in-law, Paul Bunyard, before retiring.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, mushroom hunting, and St. Louis Cardinal baseball.

Preceding Henry in death are his wife; his parents; stepmother, Georgia Greer; siblings, Dean, John David, Helen, Betty, Elaine, Kenny; and stepbrother, Marvin Heather.

Those surviving Henry are his daughters, Annette (James) Berry of Aberdeen, Washington; Sue Reeves of Sun City, Arizona; Shirla Short of Springfield, Illinois; grandchildren, Jason, Ryan, Erin, Tracy, Rebecca; 11 great grandchildren; and stepsister, Donna Chrisman of Vandalia, Illinois.

Henry will be cremated, and the family will have a private burial at Camp Butler National Cemetery, 5063 Camp Butler Road, Springfield, Illinois 62707.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers, plants, and other gifts, donations be made in Henry’s honor to the Greenville VFW. Please, mail memorial contributions to the Greenville VFW, Post #1377, 2043 S. 4th St., Greenville, IL 62246.

The family has entrusted Assalley-Young Funeral Home in Greenville, IL with ceremonies.

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Greenville VFW Post # 1377

PO Box 173

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62246

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Lora Vieregge says:

July 12, 2024 at 1:04 pm

Dear Shirla and & Family
I am so sorry for the news about your father. I hope You can find some peace in knowing that he is now with your mother.
Love, Lora & Van

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- Shirla says:
  
  July 17, 2024 at 10:05 am
  
  Dear Lora, thank you and Van for reaching out. It has been stressful but we are comforted that they are at peace.
  
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Gene and Linda Zick says:

July 13, 2024 at 9:38 am

When I moved to Wisetown area in 1979 I met 2 men that had a great impact on my life. They were Leland “Bud” Wade and “Cork Greer”. Cork would be my neighbor and close friend for over 45 years. He was a wise, honest and hardworking man willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Our properties abutted but there were no boundaries. We worked side by side clearing trees, brush and leaves every fall not quitting to both properties were cleaned up. We talked politics and solved the world’s problems. We were both Cardinal fans and coached many games together often correcting the mistakes made by Tony LaRussa. We would have won many more games had he listened to us. We fellowshipped together along with Mary. we Just enjoyed each other’s company. We have lost a good man, great human being and the dearest of friends. Heaven has gained a man of God. Tho I am sad I rejoice that the Bells of Heaven ring. God bless you Cork and thank you for being a great example to me and all who loved you.

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Tom & Brenda Rankin says:

July 13, 2024 at 9:40 am

So sorry to hear of the passing of Henry but rejoicing that he is joining his caring wife Mary and they will spend eternity together in heaven. Prayers for the family in their losses of Henry and Mary. In Christian Love, Bro Tom and Brenda Rankin. Wisetown Baptist Church, Greenville Illinois

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Shirla says:

July 17, 2024 at 10:08 am

Dear Gene and Linda, You were the best of neighbors and dearest of friends to both of our parents and continue to be great friends to our family. We could never be able to thank you enough for all you’ve done for them and for us.

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Stephen & Beth Tarter says:

July 17, 2024 at 9:24 pm

Annette, Sue and Shirla, so sorry to hear of Uncle Corks passing so soon after your Mom! He was such a kind gentle man. Lots of fond memories of holidays and Sunday dinners at Pap & Grandma’s. More recently well actually 2011 Steve and his brothers thought it would be “fun” to harvest corn the old fashioned way on the cob with a 2 row picker on their dad’s 1953 IH Super MTA tractor. You Dad was having a great time helping them work out the issues! Love and prayers to all, Beth & Stephen.

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