James Michael "Mick" LaRue Jr.

ROCHESTER, IL - James Michael "Mick" LaRue Jr., 77, of Rochester passed away Saturday, June 6, 2015, at St. John's Hospital ER.

He was born Jan. 3, 1938, in Springfield, Ill., the son of James Michael and Aurelia Zink LaRue Sr. He married Virginia LaRue; she preceded him in death in September of 2004.

Mick was a retired electrician and a member of the IBEW #173. He was also a member of the N.R.A. and Vintage Iron Riders.

He is survived by his son, Jim (Lisa) LaRue III; two daughters, Christine (Troy) Bowman and Lea Ann (Dave) Snow; four grandchildren; two sisters, Annette (Jack) Napier and Maria LaRue; three nieces; five nephews; and many beloved stepchildren, step-grandchildren, and step-great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2015, at Mottarville Cemetery south of Rochester. Deacon Tom Walker will be officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Wounded Warriors Project.

Wilson Park Funeral Home, 200 E. Main St., Rochester, IL 62563 is in charge of arrangements. Visit our online obituary at www.wilsonparkfuneralhome.com.