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David McCormick

March 14, 2026

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David L. McCormick, 61 passed away on March 14, 2026. He was the partner to Lisa Kater, they shared 8 years of their lives together in Macon, Illinois.

He was born on March 31, 1964, to William Henry McCormick and Itell Isophine (Mills) McCormick in Sikeston, Missouri. He was one of fifteen siblings. David later served in the U.S. Army for 4 years.

He leaves behind 5 children, 2 stepchildren, and 20 grandchildren. Son: Seth A. McCormick (Natasha Turley) and 3 children of Ramsey, IL; Son: Zachary S. Matherly (Courtney Lawrence) and 3 children of La Place, IL; Son: Kaleb McCormick and 1 child of Shelbyville, IL; Daughter: Amber Nicole Wood and 2 children of Missouri; Son: David Matthew McCormick and 1 child of Missouri; Step Son: Bobby Steen and 6 children of Macon, IL; Step Son: Jack T. Matherly and 4 children of Bement, IL. He is proceeded in death by his parents.

There will be a celebration of life held at The VFW (3920 N. Martin Luther King JR. Dr.) in Decatur, IL on March 28th from 1-4pm. A burial will take place at a later date for immediate family only.

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I'd like to offer my deepest condolences to Ms. Lisa , the Kids , and Grandkids . Seems like there's never the most Perfect Thing to say in times like these , but I've found over the years , comfort in reflecting on the good memories that were built by myself and Mr. David ."Bubba" ! I met David thru his Sister Della after we were married ....I was younger then , lol , but He greeted me with a handshake and a soft spoken genuine "Welcome to the Family" .... His Laugh was just as Genuine ! I don't know Exactly Why he 1st took a liking to me ,..... Marrying his Sister Della ...... Being a Crazy Guy that wore Makeup, Dressed in Tattered outfits and took Balloons and Twisted them into different Sculptures , ..... But he saw a Good Quality in me that let him know I would be a Good Feller to take care of his Sister .!! He became a Brother in Law thru Marriage , But He Was Always "Bubba" to Me . Him and Della Stayed in touch over the years , She Always Felt better after hearing his voice and spending time catching up .... On occasion when I'd be home from the River I'd get a chance to chat with him myself ..... Before turning phone back over to his Sis, We'd share some crazy Story , his Voice and his Laughter Always remained , just like the 1st time I met him . He was a Good Man in my Book ! And as much as I'd Still enjoy having another conversation with him right now , My Comfort is Believing Him and Della are talking and Laughing again , like Kids , as Brother and Sister, Building Bonds that Cover a Lifetime !! Over the Years I've found keeping the Memories Alive , has been my Best Way to Honor Loved Ones that Leave Us Way Too Soon ! In closing , I don't know the Perfect Thing to Say , but if My words and Memories of David bring a Smile or Chuckle to Ya ,... Then Thank You for sharing your Smile and Laughter , in his Memory , " Rest Easy Now Bubba " !

Posted by William Grainger - Bubba in Law on March 17, 2026