William J. Jeralds

William J. Jeralds, age 95, of Herrin, passed away at 3:41am on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at the VA Medical Center in Marion.

William was born Wednesday, July 30, 1930 in Herrin, a son of William Paul and Opal Lucille (Bolen) Jeralds. He married the love of his life, Peggy Ellen Elders in Herrin on December 30, 1950. She preceded him in death on May 25, 2018. Together, they had shared more than sixty-eight years of marriage and precious memories.

He is survived by two children- Connie Sue (Paul) Jeralds-Perrine and Keith Allen (Georgia) Jeralds; grandchildren- Rebecca E.P. (Monty) Wade, Matthew D. Perrine, Amber N. (Brad) Powell, and Aaron M. (Traci) Jeralds; great grandchildren- Logan W. Wade, Lindy M. Jeralds, Londyn Jeralds, and Caleb Powell.

He is preceded in death by wife, Peggy Ellen (Elders) Jeralds.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, May 18, 2026 at Herrin City Cemetery with Rev. Ralph Brandon officiating. Military honors will be rendered by the Honor Guard Ritual Team comprised of the Carterville American Legion Post 347, the Herrin American Legion Post 645, the Herrin VFW Post 1567, and the United States Army Honors Detail.

Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is honored to serve the family. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.johnsonhughes.com or call 618-942-3102 for more information.

 

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