Obituaries

Jackie D. Hunkeapillar

June 27th, 1964 – January 4th, 2026

Jackie D. Hunkeapillar, 61, of Ipava, IL, passed away at 1:27 am on January 4, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. He was born on June 27, 1964, the son of Bobby and Sueanne (Smith) Hunkeapillar, Sr. Jackie married Susan Thompson on November 26, 2011 of Ipava, IL. She survives.

Also surviving are his two children; Jack (and Allison) Hunkeapillar of Lewistown, IL and Willy (and Brian) Flaharty of Lewistown, two step-sons; Jesse Coulter of Canton, IL and Jordan Coulter of Table Grove, IL, six grandchildren; Tegan Flaharty, Gracelyn Flaharty, Eliza Flaharty, Ariana Fuller, Dalton Fuller and Annabelle Coulter, mother; Sueanne Hunkeapillar of Lewistown, two sisters; Tammy Chambers of Lewistown and Donna (and Rick) Walters of Astoria, IL, and one brother; Bobby (and Lisa) Hunkeapillar of Montrose, IA.

He is preceded in death by his father; Bobby and sister; Dawn Hunkeapillar.

Jackie had previously worked for Illinois Crane and Whitmore’s Garage.

Jackie was always one to give a hand. He will be dearly missed by family and friends.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A graveside service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Ipava American Legion, Ipava Rescue Squad or the Lewistown United Methodist Church.

Condolences

January 6th, 2026

So sorry for your loss.Cindy Barfield

January 6th, 2026

Our very deepest sympathy to everyone in the passing of Jackie. Everyone will be in our prayers and thoughts. Lorenda and Alvin Spilker.

January 7th, 2026

Sorry for you and your family's loss.
Carl Parrish

January 7th, 2026

So sorry for your loss. Jack was a good guy. Jeff and ketra Lundeen.

January 7th, 2026

Thinking of you all Jack was a very good friend of ours , We are going to miss him .. Hugs to all of you so sorry for your loss Tim and Ketra Cracraft

January 7th, 2026

We are so very sorry for your loss. Jack was one of the best people ever and our lives are better for having known him. He will be missed! The DeMotts

January 7th, 2026

Such a great guy! Always willing to help a friend out! Sure going to be missed! Sending all our love and prayers! Frank and Tami Curley

January 7th, 2026

Prayers for comfort and peace during this time of grief. Sorry for your loss. Kathy Watson

January 8th, 2026

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. Rita linn

January 8th, 2026

I am so sorry, Sue and family. He will dearly missed. Doug and Cheryl Martindale

January 8th, 2026

Sorry for your loss. Jack could always put a smile on your face!

January 9th, 2026

So very sorry. He will truly be missed by many. Hugs & prayers Sue.
Rhonda & Terry Palm

January 9th, 2026

So sorry for your loss. Norma Meehan

January 9th, 2026

So sorry for your loss. Norma Meehan

January 9th, 2026

Sorry for your loss Sue and family.