Conlon, Carl W.

Carl W. Conlon, 65, of Galesburg, died at 3:07 p.m. Tuesday, January 6, 2015 in OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria.

Carl was born July 6, 1949 in Galesburg, the son of Melvin R. and Dorothy L. Hawkinson Conlon. He is survived by his mother, Dorothy L. Miller of Galesburg; significant other, Gaye Conlon of Knoxville; a brother, M.R. Conlon of LaSalle; a niece, Tawna (Jimmy) Connour of Knoxville; the pride and joy of his life, his great nephew, Coty Connour of Knoxville; and two half brothers, Randy Conlon of Galesburg and Jeff Housheck of Knoxville. He was preceded in death by his father; one brother, Bruce Conlon; and a half brother, Charlie Housheck.

Carl worked at Gates Rubber Co. for 36 years. He then went to work at Midstate Mfg. where he has worked for the past 6 years. Carl enjoyed sports, especially golf, bowling, and pool. No matter the weather or distance, Carl could always been found cheering on his great nephew, Coty, at all his sporting events.

Per his wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Watson-Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.

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