Edward E. Eater

	Edward E. Eater, 84, DuQuoin, passed away Wednesday, March 22, 2000 at 5:40 p.m. at his home.
	Mr. Eater had been a farmer and was a member of St. Johns United Church of Christ.  He was confirmed at St. Marks United Church of Christ in DuBois.
	Mr. Eater was a US Army veteran of World War II.  He was a member of VFW and Disabled American Veterans.
	He was born July 24, 1915 at DuBois, the son of John C. and Elizabeth (Neherkorn) Eater.  He married Sadie Preacher on July 23, 1966 in DuBois and she preceded him in death on January 1, 1979.
	Surviving is one sister, Marie Wyciskalla of Sesser.  He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; three brothers, Harold, Harry and Leonard and one sister, Ellen Majewski.
	Funeral services were held Saturday, March 25 at 10 a.m. at Neal-McClure Memorial Chapel with Rev. Chester Zimmer officiating.  Interment was in Blairsville Cemetery in Blairsville, IL.
	Friends were able to call Friday at Neal-McClure Funeral Home from 6 until 8 p.m. and again on Saturday from 7:30 a.m. until time of service.
	Memorials may be made to St. Johns United Church of Christ.
