James Robert Bilderback

James Robert Bilderback, 58, of Du Quoin, passed away at 10:15 A.M., Thursday, October 3, 2002 at his residence.
James was the owner-operator of B & B Pawn Shop in Du Quoin.  He had worked for General Motors and sales of CMI equipment in mining.  He had owned Trader Jim's Restaurant in Marissa, Wye Market Grocery Store in Marissa, TJ's Restaurant in Sparta, and Brandy's Bar & Grill in Sparta.  He had worked for H.R. Chevrolet of Lenzburg and Svanda Chevrolet of Sparta.  He was a member of Old Du Quoin Baptist Church.  He was a U.S. Marine veteran of Vietnam.  He was a member of Ainad Shrine Temple, Du Quoin American Legion, Masonic Lodge 881, Du Quoin VFW, Du Quoin Elks Lodge, Du Quoin Chamber of Commerce.
He was born July 15, 1944 at Sunnydale, UT, the son of Samuel and Lucille (Welch) Bilderback.
He married Debra Harsy on September 30, 2002 at Du Quoin and she survives.
He is survived by his wife of Du Quoin, daughter - Leslie Anne Bilderback of Sparta, mother - Lucille Bilderback of Alva, FL, stepdaughter - Amy Wright of Du Quoin, stepson - Austin Lee of Du Quoin, sister - Barbara Hodges and husband Edmond of Marissa, one step granddaughter - Chacy Sizemore.  
He was preceded in death by his father, one brother - Samuel Bilderback and one infant sister - Patsy Bilderback.
Memorial services were at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, October 5, 2002 at First Baptist Church in Du Quoin with Rev. Ted Clark officiating.
Searby Funeral Home of Du Quoin was in charge of arrangements.
Friends may make memorials to Old Du Quoin Baptist Church.
