James "Rusty" Thies's obituary , Passed away on May 1, 2025 in Oglesby, Illinois

James "Rusty" Thies

November 19, 1952 - May 1, 2025 (72 years old)

Oglesby, Illinois

James "Rusty" Thies's obituary , Passed away on May 1, 2025 in Oglesby, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hurst Funeral Homes

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James "Rusty" Thies

November 19, 1952 - May 1, 2025 (72 years old)

Oglesby, Illinois

James Thies Obituary

The passing of James Thies of Oglesby, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 1, 2025 at the age of 72. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Thies to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James W. Thies and Delores Thies (Gula). He is survived by: his wife Mary Dergance of Oglesby; his children, Jason Thies (Angie) of Tonica and Brianna Kupperschmid of Spring Valley; his granddaughters, Kemper and Kora Kupperschmid; his siblings, Dennis Gula (Doreen) of Ottawa, Karen Thies of Peoria, Donna Gula of Streator and Danielle Gula-Mattox (Roy); and his close friend Dean Schmidt of Oglesby.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hurst Funeral Homes



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May 06

Visitation

Hurst Funeral Home
650 5th St, La Salle, IL 61301

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May 07

Visitation

Zion United Church of Christ
1521 6th St, Peru, IL 61354

Wed

May 07

Funeral service

Zion United Church of Christ
1521 6th St, Peru, IL 61354

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