"Jane and family So sorry to hear of Jim\'s passing you are in our thoughts and prayers."
In loving memory of
James A. "Jim" Neville
December 17, 1948 - July 12, 2022
James A. "Jim" Neville
Canton- James A. "Jim" Neville, 73, of Canton, passed away, Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at Richard Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.
He was born on December 17, 1948, in Canton, to James T. and Irene (Heffron) Neville. They preceded him in death along with two sisters, Mary (Gary) Grove and Pat Richardson.
Jim is survived by his wife, Jane (Roselle) Neville whom he married on October 17, 1981, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Canton.
Also surviving are his two sons, James R. (Julie) Neville of Normal, and John A. (Brenda) Neville of Galesburg, one sister, Alice (Fred) Walker of Canton, three grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Jocelyn and Jillian, and many nieces and nephews.
Jim retired from Caterpillar in 2011 after 42 years of service. He is a Veteran of the United States Army where he served during the Vietnam War. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Canton and the Fairview American Legion. Jim enjoyed warm bread and cold beer, tinkering in his shed, and going to car shows. Most of all, Jim loved spending time with his family. He never ate a cinnamon roll that wasn't the best he had ever had.
A funeral mass will be held on Monday, July 18, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Canton. Visitation will be held on Monday before the mass at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. Burial will be held at St. Joseph Cemetery following the funeral mass.
Memorials may be made to Fairview Fire Protection District, or to St. Mary's Food Pantry.
To leave online condolences, or to view Jim's video tribute please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com.
Tributes
"Thoughts and prayers to the loved ones of Jim Neville"
"Jane and family...so sorry for your loss! He was a friendly special made you laugh kinda guy! Keep all your memories close to your heart. Love and Hugs! Mark and Nancy Chenoweth"
"Condolences and deepest sympathy to family and friends of Jim. He was quite a guy with an infectious laugh and a ready smile. Fun was his middle name."
"Jane, my heart breaks for you. Jim was such a fun guy and you were a great team. I\'m thinking of you and all of the family. Prayers and hugs."
"My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to the family, May Gods loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this difficult time of mourning. Matthew 5:4!"
"Jim was such an awesome person. He was the first neighbor we met after we bought across the street. Prior to building our house we were on the property and stuck in the mud twenty plus years ago. Jim saw we needed help and appeared on his tractor and asked if he could help. He had both John and Jamie with him, such cute little boys. That day started a great friendship. We knew from that day; we are so lucky to have such great neighbors. Our sympathy goes out to Jane, John, and Jamie. Also, our other great neighbors, Alice and Fred. Jim is not in any pain; he will certainly be missed by many. The whole family is in our prayers. Cindi and Dick Nichols"
" Since 1994 Jim and I spent two days a year looking at antique motorcycles. We might have had a beer or three. We enjoyed each other?s company and lusted after the high dollar machines. Jim will be missed. He was a good friend."
"Jane, we are so very sorry you lost Jim. May God wrap his arms around you and comfort you as you grieve. Hugs!"
"Jane I am so sorry for your loss I no idea that Jim had been sick. Dave and I send our thoughts and prayers to you your family."
"Jane, I am so sorry to hear of your husband\'s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."
"Fr Jerry and Peg send love and prayers to the Neville family from the Scanlan Family Our hearts are filled with pain and sorrow as we grieve you loss. Jimmy was a true hero and warrior and we shared his journey. Our hearts are heavy and filled with grief as we will be there with you only in spirit .We send our love prayers and wishes we could hold you, embrace you. and ease your sorrow and bring you peace. WHAT BEAUTIFUL MEMORYS WE SHARE! Thank you Bless you all"
"Sorry to hear this... may he rest in peace. God bless Jane and all who loved him. ??"
"Jane and family, I\'m so sorry to hear of Jim\'s passing, please know I\'m thinking of you. Dawn Graham Morgan "
"Jane and family we are so sorry to hear about Jim. He was such a terrific person and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Gary and Chris Atkins"
"So sorry for your loss."
"Jane and Family, I am so sorry for you and your family\'s loss. Prayers for all of you. "
"Jane, I am so sorry. I have very fond memories of the times we all spent together when you and Jim were dating. Blessings and comfort to you and your family "
"So very sorry jane. Will keep you and the family in prayer. "
"Jane & family, I?m so very sorry for the loss of Jim. May loving memories help you heal. You have my deepest sympathy. "
"Jane and Family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Jim. My heart is breaking for you. You and your family are in our prayers. With Sympathy, Diane & Mike Parkinson"
"As his sister my memories of him are vast. I was 16 months older than him and we played and learned together, him better than me. His generosity stands out. Bailing hay in the hot summer sun, he shared the money he earned by treating me to every ride the Fulton county fair offered. When he left fo Vietnam he gave me his car. He picked up countless checks when we ate out. Buying me presents at Christmas and every time he traveled was his joy. And who else would pour me a thimble full of his beer before he ever took a swig? I owe the beautiful place I live to my brother! A better man is hard to find but I see great men in the two he raised, John and Jamie. His last words to me were, \"love you dear\"."