James J. “Jim” Ferrall

James J. “Jim” Ferrall, 73, of Lebanon, IL, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at his home.

Jim was born on November 29, 1949, in Washington, D.C., to William and Margaret (nee Holtzmann) Ferrall. On August 22, 1970, he married the love of his life, Kathleen “Kathy” Klein, at the McKendree Chapel in Lebanon, IL.

Jim grew up in Lebanon, graduating from Lebanon High School and later going on to earn a Bachelor’s in Economics from McKendree College. He was a lifelong member of First United Methodist Church, singing in the choir for many years.

A social man who never knew a stranger, Jim was always quick to strike up a conversation. He had a booth at the Lebanon Flea Market where he enjoyed being around and talking to people in the community. Jim liked going to yard sales with his wife, watching movies, and was a St. Louis Cardinals fan.

Jim enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and loved his family. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William Ferrall and Margaret Holtzmann.

Jim is survived by his wife of 52 years, Kathy Ferrall, Lebanon, IL; daughter, Melissa (Paul) Bybee, Grain Valley, MO; granddaughters, Adelyn Bybee and Hailey Bybee.

Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church in Lebanon, IL.

Memorial Visitation: Saturday, January 28, 2023, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, at First United Methodist Church, Lebanon, IL

Memorial Service: Saturday, January 28, 2023, 11:00 am, at First United Methodist Church, Lebanon, IL

Clergy: Reverend Kim Hagedorn, Pastor

Meridith Funeral Home, Lebanon, IL