John F. Harding, 73, of Decatur, IL, died 11:04 p.m., Sunday, May 25, 2014, at his residence. Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Friday at Graceland Cemetery. Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. John was born December 12, 1940 in Sullivan, IL, the son of Glenn Clifton and Eva A. (Justice) Harding. He married Pat L. Forcum on March 14, 1970 in Decatur, IL. He had operated Harding's Service in Sullivan, IL. He later worked for the City of Decatur Water Dept. for 18 ½ years. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and a member of the Moose Lodge #1219 in Centralia, IL. He is survived by his children Tammy L. Leigh, John F. Harding, Jr., Kevin Patrick Harding, all of Decatur, IL. and 4 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers: Mike, Glenn, Bob, and George. "
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