Jimmy Dale Myers, 68, most recently of Bement, IL, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2020 in his home .

Jim was born on March 13, 1952 in Vandalia, IL and spent most of his ch ildhood in Gar ret t, IL . He gr adu ated with the class of 1970 from Atwood-Hammond High School . He attended Parkland College and began a lifelong career in the automotive parts and service ind ustry . H e fi rst worked at Worden-Martin, Champaign, IL and then Fehrenbach Chevrolet, Decatur, IL . H e retired in 2014 as director of fixed operations at Miles Chevrolet.

In September 1972 he married Dale Lynn Brandenburg . She survives . Also surviving are his sons: Michael Aaron and wife Noelle of Heyworth, Timothy James and fiancée Vanessa Emerson of Pueblo, CO.

Also surviving are his sister: Sammy (Phil) Waller of Glendale, AZ, brother: Glen (Carol) Myers of Atwood, sister: Julie (Marty) Catron of Flora, IN, grandsons: Parker and Keaton Myers of Heyworth,  parents-in-law: Bill and Edith Brandenburg of Atwood, brothers-in-law: John (Carole) Brandenburg of Atwood, Samuel (Sara) Brandenburg of Tuscola, sister-in-law: LeaAnn (Randy) Davis of Tucson, AZ and many beloved nieces and nephews, and his faithful, loving little Cara .

H e was preceded in death by his parents: Donald E. and Mary J. Henkelman My e r s .

Jim was a man of strongly held convictions, quick wit and good humor. He was also a champion of nature, wildlife and homeless d o gs . Jim was a loyal son, husband, and father, and he wil l b e greatly m is s e d by those who love him.

Cremation rites will be accorded and a celebration of Jim's life will be held at a later date .

Memorials may be made to an animal shelter of the donor's choice or Harbor Light Hospice, Forsyth, IL .

The family is being served by Hilligoss Shrader Funeral Home, Atwood, IL. Online condolences may be shared via www.hilligossshraderfh.com