Donald Merwin McVey Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Donald Merwin McVey Sr, 79, of Biggsville, IL passed away Thursday, July 16, 2015, at his Granddaughter's home in Winchester, IL. He was born, February 4, 1936, in Bald Bluff, IL the son of Joseph and Martha Collins McVey. He married Clara G. Pilcher in Biggsville, IL, on June 8, 1957, she preceded him in death. Surviving are two children, Donald M. (Cindy) McVey Jr of Oquawka, IL, and Ronald D. (companion Teresa Scheitlin) McVey of West Burlington, IA; six grandchildren, Jessica (Jeremy) Stice of Winchester, Amber (companion Jesse White) of Belleville, IL, Alyssa (Vancil) Dillan of Aberdean, SD, Caleb Bulen, Joe McVey, and Sarah McVey all of Oquawka, IL; three great grandchildren, Emma, Carter, and Anthony Stice all of Winchester; two sisters, Melva Essex and Bonnie Wankyrl both of Oquawka, IL. He was preceded in death by five siblings, Joseph McVey, Glen McVey Sr, Martha McVey, Baby Dean McVey, Daniel McVey Sr. Donald was a member of the Peoria Carpenters Union as well as an employee of the Ordinance Plant in Middletown, IA. He was a self employed carpenter for the remainder of his life. Donald Loved playing bingo, being with his family and going to flee markets. Cremation rights have been accorded by the Daws Family Funeral Home in Winchester. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the family c/o Daws Funeral Home, 657 North Main Street, Winchester, IL 62694.

Donald Merwin McVey

February 4, 1936 - July 16, 2015