Michael G. DeWitt

Michael G. DeWitt, 71, of Galesburg, Illinois, died 1:30 a.m. Monday, December 19, 2016 at Unity Point Methodist Hospital, Peoria, Illinois.

He was born October 6, 1945 in Galesburg to Gerald O. and Dolores Potter DeWitt. He married Sandra Boelkes September 14, 1968 in Galesburg. She survives.

Also surviving are three daughters, Michelle DeWitt of Oneida, Illinois, Monica Landon of Abingdon and Jennifer Lane of Abingdon, a brother, Gregory “Pat” (and Pauline) DeWitt of Galesburg, a sister, Linda Craig of Ottawa, Illinois, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Valerie DeWitt.

Mike graduated from Galesburg High School in 1963. He graduated from Carl Sandburg College in 1981. He served in the United States Marine Corp from 1965 to 1967 in the Truck Company, 3^rd Marine Division, 3^rd FSR. He worked for the Selective Service, Draft Board for two years. He worked for Galesburg Mental Health Center for 12 years and then Galesburg Sheet Metal for eight years. He worked as an Assistant Director in Building Services at Galesburg Cottage Hospital for 13 years. He worked for Midstate Manufacturing Company as a 2^nd sift foreman for two years. He was the Assistant Chief Engineer for Western Illinois University in Macomb, Illinois for six years and retired in 2008. He later worked for Yemm Chevrolet for several years and retired from there. He was a life member of First Lutheran Church in Galesburg. He was also a member of the Galesburg Motorcycle Club. He was a member of the American Legion Post #285 where he was an officer for many years. He was a member of the V.F.W. Post #2257 and was the Commander for four years. He was the coordinator and participant for the Color Guard Services. He enjoyed hot rods, Harleys and fixing anything. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. His wife, Sandy was his best friend.

Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 23, 2016 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Mike Lummis will officiate. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 22, 2016 at the chapel. Burial will be in East Linwood Cemetery, Galesburg. Military Rites by the VFW 2257 - American Legion 285 Color Guard will be conducted at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to VFW 2257/ American Legion 285 Color Guard. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.