Jack Needham

Zeigler—Jack R. Needham, 55 of Zeigler, formerly of Marion, passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at his home. Funeral services are set for Thursday, January 9, 2013 at 11:00 AM at Blue Funeral Home in Marion with Reverend Don Colson officiating. Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery in Marion, A time of gathering for family and friends will precede the funeral service starting at 10 AM Thursday at the funeral home. Blue Funeral Home in Marion is assisting the family with arrangements. Jack was born in Marion to Ray & Anna Mae (Garris) Needham on Monday, June 10, 1957. Jack is survived by his siblings, James & Vicky Needham, Linda & Darrel Harner, Jerry & Tammy Needham, Janet & Rex Schmitt, Judy & David Short, Jessie & Tim Andrews, Tammy & Nate Hopkins, Jessie & Melissa Thompson and Cathy & Bill Raines; several nieces and nephews. Jack was preceded in death by his father, Ray Ardell Needham; mother, Anna Mae Thompson; sisters, Cheryl Forrest and Peggy Needham; nephew, Jimmy Dale Needham. Jack was employed at Continental Tire in Mt. Vernon. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his large group of siblings and their children.