Jules Noel Colin Obituary (1945

Jules Noel Colin, 77, of Pana passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023 in Decatur Memorial Hospital. He was born December 25, 1945 in Pana to the late Philip Jules & Adeline (Degand) Colin. He married Sandra Lasko on November 9, 1968 in Pana and she survives. Noel was a graduate of Pana High School and served in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of the St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Pana and worked at Brunner Auto Supply. He enjoyed listening to music, especially vinyl records, which he collected. He also loved watching the St. Louis Cardinals and his grandchildren's sporting events. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children: Thomas Noel Colin (significant other, Jeanette Skaluba, Forsyth, IL & Beth (Wes) Blackwell, Pana, IL; grandchildren: Brady Noel (Kylee) Colin, Addison Noelle Blackwell & Brenna Rachelle Blackwell; and siblings: Gary Colin, Hillsboro, IL; Patricia Whitten, Decatur, IL; Mary Beth (Ron) Vose, Chatham, IL. He was also preceded in death by his great granddaughter, Saige Noelle Colin. A private memorial mass for Noel will be held at a later date. Memorials in Noel's honor may be made to Sacred Heart School and will be accepted by McCracken-Dean Funeral Home who is assisting the family.