Douglas J. Wickwire

Douglas J. Wickwire, 87, of Galesburg, died at 4 a.m. Thursday, May 4, 2017 in Rosewood Care Center.

Doug was born January 29, 1930 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the son of James and Milla (Lockerman) Wickwire. He was raised in Minnesota and moved to Galesburg in 1947.

He is survived by a sister, Inez (and Jim) Bevard, both of Galesburg; a brother, Bill (and Lois) Wickwire of Pinckneyville; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Milla Wickwire; step mother, Doris Wickwire; brother, Jack Wickwire; and sister, Berdella Smith.

Doug worked most of his life doing construction work and also assisted a family member in well drilling. He was of Lutheran faith.

He served in the United States Navy from 1950 to 1954. He was a member of the Brimfield American Legion.

Cremation will be accorded. There will be no visitation or service at this time. His remains will be buried with his family in Southport Cemetery, near Oak Hill. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral Directors and Cremation Services of Galesburg is handling arrangements for the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.