Melbern L. "Mel" Carrillon

Melbern L. "Mel" Carrillon, age 86 of Highland, IL, died Tuesday, August 26, 2014, at his residence in Highland, IL. He was born on Tuesday, August 21, 1928, in Lebanon, IL, the son of Henry F. and Josephine L. (nee Voges) Carrillon. On Wednesday, December 14, 1949, he married Jane D. Carrillon (nee Luehm) who survives. He was a member of Evangelical United Church of Christ. He was also a member of Local 525 Teamsters; Local 600 Teamsters and a former member of Woodmen of the World Camp #105. Mr. Carrillon was born in Lebanon, IL, and moved to Highland at age nine. He worked at Highland Box Board, Highland Ready Mix, Bellm Freight, and The Anderson Motor Company in St. Louis. He retired at age 61 on 7/3/1989, driving millions of miles accident free. He repaired clocks in his retirement, collected antiques, and always had a nice yard. He enjoyed his dogs, walking and visiting with neighbors and his red and white 1984 Chevy Silverado. Survivors include: Wife - Jane D. Carrillon nee Luehm, Highland, IL Daughter - Constance L. "Connie" (Delray N.) Hug, Highland, IL Daughter - Nancee J. (Jerry G.) Knebel, Pocahontas, IL Grandchild - Jennifer M. (Greg) Riepshoff, Alhambra, IL Grandchild - Christina L. (David) Hoeflinger, St. Louis, MO Grandchild - Jason A. Hug, Highland, IL Grandchild - Jeremy C. (Kim) Knebel, Pocahontas, IL Grandchild - Justin D. (Jamie) Hug, Highland, IL Great Grandchild - Tanner J. Knebel Great Grandchild - Garrett R. Riepshoff Great Grandchild - Kelsey R. Knebel Great Grandchild - Galina E. Riepshoff Great Grandchild - Alivia G. Knebel Great Grandchild - Adriana A. Hoeflinger Great Grandchild - Jace J. Knebel Great Grandchild - Preston M. Hug Anticipated Great Grandchildren - Twins (Girl and Boy) expected in December Anticipated Great Grandchild - Girl expected in December Brother In-law - William A. Allen, Highland, IL Sister In-law - Alice Carrillon, Highland, IL Sister In-law - Mary Ann Carrillon, Highland, IL Nieces and Nephews - Many He was preceded in death by: Father - Henry F. Carrillon (Died 12/9/1974) Mother - Josephine L. Carrillon, nee Voges (Died 12/14/1991) Great Grandchild - Gavin Gregory Riepshoff (Died 12/22/1998) Great Grandchild - Gabrielle Michele Riepshoff (Died 12/22/1998) Sister - Florene M. "Pat" Allen (Died 12/4/2008) Brother - Walter L. Carrillon (Died 11/7/2002) Brother - Delmar F. Carrillon (Died 9/4/1999) Father In-law - Waldo E. Luehm (Died 5/19/1977) Mother In-law - Grace C. Luehm nee Riggs (Died 6/28/2011) Arrangements are being handled by Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, Illinois. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, August 29, 2014, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL, and from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, on Saturday, August 30, 2014, at Evangelical United Church of Christ in Highland, IL. Funeral service will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, August 30, 2014, at Evangelical United Church of Christ in Highland, IL, with Rev. Christopher W. Hill, Senior Pastor, officiating. Interment will be at Highland City Cemetery in Highland, IL. Memorial contributions may be made to Evangelical United Church of Christ; Highland Historical Society (Homestead Harvest Days).

Melbern L. "Mel" Carrillon

August 21, 1928 - August 26, 2014