Gene Eggleston, of Springfield, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2016, at the age of 76. He was born December 27, 1939, in Springfield, to Harold "Tag" and Deloris Eggleston.

Gene is survived by his friend and companion Kay Elliott; a son, Scott (Julie) Eggleston of Sherman; two daughters, Susan (Mike) McCormick of Sherman and Sheli Eggleston (Amanda High) of Riverton; three sisters, Mary Jo Ulm, Rita (Laverne) Graves, and Sharon (Dave) Melton; one brother, Rich Eggleston; five grandchildren, Garrett and Griffin Eggleston, Mackenzie, Conor, and Kellen McCormick all of Sherman; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Gene was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Deloris Eggleston.

Gene graduated from Feitshans High School in 1957. He was a veteran of the US Army serving from 1963 to 1969. He worked for Brad Ragan, Inc. for over 35 years as a commercial tire salesman/manager. He was a member and elder at Knox Presbyterian Church and served on the Riverton School Board from 1986 to 1990. He enjoyed coaching and attending his kids and grandkids sporting events, golfing with his many friends and family, traveling to far-away places with his best friend, Kay, and cheering on his beloved Cubs.

The family will receive relatives and friends for a gathering from 4-7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 28, 2016, at Wilson Park Funeral Home, 200 East Main Street, Rochester. There will be a prayer service at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, at the funeral home with Pastor Paula Carmichael. Graveside services will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Camp Butler National Cemetery.

In memory of Gene Eggleston, memorial contributions may be made in his name to St. Joseph's Home of Springfield, 3306 South Sixth Street Road, Springfield, IL 62703.