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James D. "Jim" Davids
<p>James Dwaine “Jim” Davids, Sr., 81, of Oblong, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 5:27 a.m. at Haven of Ridgeview in Oblong, Illinois.</p><p>Jim was born on February 13, 1944, in Elmhurst, Illinois, the son of Wayne Davids and Alma Lois (Turner) Davids.</p><p>He is survived by his son, James Dwaine Davids, Jr., of Robinson, Illinois; two daughters, Julie Denise (Rodney) Carter of Oblong and Jill Diane (David) York of Oblong; seven grandchildren, Cory Wayne Davids, Richard Michael (Amy) Shelton, Matthew John Hetzler, Lucas Wayne Davids-Badger, Tracy Marie (Jared) Pepmeier, Tiffany Elaine (Chris) Jones, and Kyle David York; sixteen great-grandchildren; and one brother, Stanley Ray Davids of West Union, Illinois.</p><p>Jim was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Lisa Rose Davids; his infant sister, Barbara Ann Davids; and his brother, Dennis Lane Davids.</p><p>He graduated from Hutsonville High School in 1962 and later in life earned his master’s degree from Ivy Tech.</p><p>Jim dedicated his life to the care and preservation of nature. As a Forest Preservationist, he helped replant trees through his work with the Forest Service. He loved building and flying model airplanes and was also a private pilot. He enjoyed gardening and caring for the outdoors. He was a member of the Casey United Methodist Church in Casey, Illinois.</p><p>Private inurnment will take place at a later date in Hutsonville Cemetery, Hutsonville, Illinois.</p><p>Memorial contributions may be made to Pulliam Funeral Home, P.O. Box 121, Oblong, Illinois 62449, to assist the family with funeral expenses.</p><p>Pulliam Funeral Home, 302 E. Main St., Oblong, Illinois, is assisting the family with arrangements.</p><p><br></p>February 13, 1944 - December 10, 202502/13/194412/10/2025
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