John M. Beckert (60) of Effingham
Published on January 2 2024 10:26 am
John M. Beckert, 60, of Effingham, IL, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL.
Memorial services will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Johnson Funeral Home in Effingham. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 11, 2024 prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the DAV, Wounded Warriors, or the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be shared by clicking here.
John was born on June 13, 1963, in Greenville, IL, the son of Byrl and Helen (Hammer) Beckert. John was an Effingham High School graduate Class of 1981. He served his country in the United States Army.
John is survived by his siblings, Steve (Kris) Beckert of Fort Wayne, IN, Chris (Brad) Boldt of Walkertown, NC, Kathy (Randy) Klitzing of Altamont, Mark Beckert of Effingham, and Patti Camp of Walkersville, MD; many nieces and nephews; and good friend, Jimmy Webb, who watched over John in his final days.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and great-nephew, David Welton.