John C. Oetzel, 70, of Mackinaw, IL, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2020 at Unity Point Methodist Hospital in Peoria. John was born September 5, 1949 in Peoria to Lloyd and Dorothy Crumrine Oetzel. The preceded him in death.
John is survived by one daughter, Shannon (Todd) Ummell of Minier, two sons, Shawn (Jennifer) Oetzel of Kewanee, Josh (Malbree) Oetzel of Mackinaw, 12 grandchildren, three great grandchildren, two brothers, Rick (Connie) Ingram of Oregon, and Jim Oetzel of Oregon.
John was a Vietnam war veteran. He served in Army infantry. John worked in construction as a carpenter for many years until his retirement.
Cremation rites will be accorded. Graveside military rites will be 2:00 PM Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Mackinaw Township Cemetery. Haensel Funeral Home in Mackinaw is assisting the family with arrangements. Memorials may be made to Mackinaw Rescue Squad. Online
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Parents
Lloyd Roy Oetzel
1920–1965
Dorothy J. Crumrine Ingram
1928–2009
