William W. Eldridge

*USE FLAG Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home William W. Eldridge-Obituary Run: Monday, April 28, 2003 WILLIAM W. ELDRIDGE Herrin-William W. Eldridge, 78, died 9:00 A.M., Saturday, April 26, 2003 at Herrin Hospital. William was born December 30, 1924 in Herrin to Roy & Violet (Winning) Eldridge. He married Elizabeth G. Hubbard on November 28, 1964 in Kenosha, Wisconsin. She preceded him in death on July 11, 2002. William was retired, having worked at American Motors Corporation in Kenosha as Quality Control Inspector. He was Army Veteran serving in the European Theater during WW II. He was a member of United Auto Workers Local #72. He was of the Protestant Faith. Survivors Include: Sister: Shirley Burke of Herrin Cousin: James H. Eldridge of Herrin Also survived by several nieces & nephews He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and one brother, Samuel Eldridge. Graveside services will be 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, April 29, 2003 at Herrin City Cemetery with Rev. Duane Faulkenberry officiating. Burial will follow at Herrin City Cemetery. There will be no visitation. Friends are asked to go directly to the cemetery on Tuesday . Memorials may be made to the Hurricane Memorial Baptist Church. Memorial envelopes are available at the funeral home. For additional information or to sign the memorial guest register, please visit www.hughesfuneralhomes.com.