Jerry Dwight Cravens

August 5, 1931 - September 16, 2016

QUINCY, IL- Jerry Dwight Cravens passed away on September 16, 2016 at Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy, IL. He was born August 5, 1931 in Williamsville, IL, the son of John Fred and Lillie Cravens.

Dwight attended Brown’s Business College after graduating from Williamsville High School. He married Marjorie Sharp on December 30, 1954 at the Williamsville Methodist Church. She survives him.

Dwight served in the United States Army, spending most of his tenure in Korea. He and Marjorie traveled to Korea and Japan several years later. They also traveled extensively in the United States as well as Europe and South America.

Dwight was a member of Williamsville Methodist Church. He was also a member of Daytona Beach Halifax Club, St. Augustine Yacht Club, and reciprocals. He was an avid water skier, a member of VFW, Korean War Veterans Association Chapter #27, SCARWAF, and Civil War Knights of the Round Table.

He was a successful grain and livestock farmer, purchasing land in Illinois and Missouri. He and Marjorie enjoyed wintering in Daytona Beach, FL for many years.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Dale and Merritt, and one sister, Maxine. Survivors include sisters Mary, Dorothy, and Mona. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews, including niece Sandra, who was especially helpful during his illness.

Cremation was accorded by Staab Funeral Home-Springfield. Private graveside services will be held at Camp Butler National Cemetery.

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Steve Buck posted on 1/8/17

Marge, Stacy and I would like to express our sincere feelings of regret at your loss. I know you both were very happy together. I think you always called him, "honey." Stacy & I will never forget our visit you and honey at the Daytona club for dinner, that was really special. I think I used to call Dwight...Homer? He always had a good attitude and smile for everyone. The world and I will miss him. Steve & Stacy

Cleve Barkley posted on 9/29/16

Marge, I am truly sorry to hear of your "Honey's" passing. I did not know until today (29th). Please accept my apologies for offering such late condolences. You were such a very, very good friend to my mother. Remembering you in thought and prayer. Cleve Barkley

Charles Frazee posted on 9/22/16

Marge, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Our lives have crossed many times. Your father and mine were friends. You played at our wedding. We worked on the coal mine case. Remember the good times.

Chaarles Frazee posted on 9/22/16

Working with Dwight on the coal mine case.

Barb and Rich Krueger posted on 9/20/16

Marge, you have our sincerest sympathy and prayers for your loss of Dwight. I still remember you taking your realtor out to dinner and sharing so many of your memories of Europe as we began taking our trips. I am so happy to have met you both and been able to help you with the farm and the condo both. Have such good memories of you both! So sorry for your loss.

Thomas and Ellen Robinson posted on 9/19/16

God bless Marge & family as you grieve this significant loss. Tom knew Jerry as a 12 year old youth. I had the privilege of knowing Jerry & Marge as a couple after we married. Water skiing on Lake Springfield during the summer time. Moments together in later life at IVH-Quincy are precious to both of us. We miss him too. Love the Robinsons

CYNTHIA WILSON posted on 9/19/16

AUNT MARJORIE, IM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.HE WAS SO GOOD TO ME AS A CHILD. WHEN I WAS THE 1ST NIECE IN HIS FAMILY.I REMEMBER WHEN HE CAME HOME FROM KOREA AND WAS SO HAPPY AND HANDSOME IN HIS UNIFORM MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME....WILL SEE YOU ON WEDNESDAY. PRAYERS FOR YOU DURING THIS TIME OF MOURNING. CYNTHIA

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