Joseph Eugene Dunavan

Rossville - Joseph Eugene Dunavan, 66, of Rossville, IL passed away on December 24, 2017 at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, IN at 12:13 pm. Joseph was born the son of Lewis and Lola (Stutler) Dunavan on March 30, 1951 in Danville, IL. He married Eva Berglund on July 8, 1978 in Danville and she survives. Survivors include his wife, Eva of Rossville, his daughter, Jennifer (Dane) Thomas of Evanston, IL, the light of his life; granddaughter Lola Thomas, one sister, Susan Smith of Perrysville, IN, and many nieces and nephews. Joe is preceded in death by his parents. Joe farmed in the Perrysville, IN and Rossville, IL area throughout his life and was a man of many talents, some of which included mechanics and woodworking. He was very fond of restoring antique John Deere tractors, operating steam engines, appreciating trains, and going to car shows and NHRA drag races. He also enjoyed traveling various places across the United States with his beloved wife, Eva. Joe was known to be a connoisseur of pie, all kinds of pie. He was especially fond of raisin, pecan and butterscotch. He was also an avid reader and enjoyed listening to the Beach Boys. The family cordially invites his family and friends to attend A Celebration of Life "Pie Social" from Noon until 2:00 pm on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 3940 N. Vermilion Street Danville, IL. A Graveside Committal Service will be held at 3:00 PM (Illinois Time) at Lower Mound Cemetery in Covington, IN on December 30, 2017 with Reverend Boni Quandt officiating. Memorials may be made to IU Simon Cancer Center. Please join Joe's family in sharing memories, photos, and videos on his tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.

Visitation Dec 30, 2017 Saturday, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center 3940 N Vermilion st Danville, Il 61834 Graveside Dec 30, 2017 Saturday, 3:00 PM Lower Mounds Cemetery 11 Covington, in 47932

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