Darrell McWard, 77 of Decatur formerly of Taylorville passed away on Monday, January 9, 2017 at 5:10 a.m. at his home in Decatur. He was born on August 5, 1939 in Taylorville, IL the Son of Lester Price and Mary Ann (Maloney) McWard. He married Patricia Wiseman on July 15, 1961 in Taylorville, IL. He worked as a Millwright at Wagoner Castings in Decatur. Darrell was a member of American Legion Post #0105 in Decatur.

Surviving is his Wife: Patricia of Decatur, IL; Daughter: Mary Louise (Chuck) Alvey of Taylorville, IL; Granddaughter: Ashley Alvey of Taylorville, IL; Several Nieces, Nephews and Cousins. He was preceded in death by his Parents, Son Brian McWard and two daughters in infancy: Barbara Jo and Susan Lynn McWard Brothers: James Lester McWard.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 12, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville with Pastor Steve Switzer officiating. Burial will be held in Oak Hill Cemetery in Taylorville with military graveside honors.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22718 Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718

Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements.

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