GALESBURG - Jimmy Dean Hutchings, 61, Galesburg, died Friday, June 2, 2017, at home.

Jimmy was born Jan. 31, 1956, in Galesburg, the son of Marvin and Shirley Hutchings. He graduated from Galesburg High School in 1974. He later graduated from Hamilton Technical College. He worked for the Painters and Allied Trades International Union Local 502 and 676 as a painter and drywall finisher for many years.

Jimmy will long be remembered as a good, honest guy who cherished his family, especially his grandchildren, and as a devoted and faithful friend. He took great pride in all his work, was a die-hard Chicago Cubs fan and loved Harleys. 

He is survived by his mother, Shirley Hutchings of Galesburg; two daughters, Stephanie (Nick) Reagan of Brandon, Mississippi, and Cassaundra Hutchings of Wataga; one son, Preston (Liz) Hutchings of San Antonio; and four grandchildren, Harley Lynn, Kenneth David Dean, Faithlynn Nevaeh and Jaxson James. He also is survived by one brother, Leroy (Vickie) Hutchings of Galesburg, and one sister, Vickie Hutchings of Fort Myers, Florida. He was preceded in death by his father; one brother, Steve; his beloved cat, Baby; and the mother of his children, Cindy.

Per Jimmy's wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. A celebration of life will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 6, 2017, at 232 E. Prairie St., Wataga. Arrangements have been entrusted to Watson-Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg. Memorials may be directed to the family to assist with funeral expenses. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.

Published in The Register-Mail on June 5, 2017

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