Edward H. Graul

Edward H. Graul, 89, of Du Quoin, passed away at 8:50 A.M., Wednesday, October 8, 2003 at his residence.
Edward was a retired plant manager and had worked at Pinckneyville Garment Company.  He was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ in Du Quoin.  He was a member of Du Quoin American Legion and Du Quoin VFW.  He was a U.S. Army Air Corp veteran of W.W. II.
He was born February 16, 1914 at Mascoutah, IL, the son of John H. and Alma (Steincamp) Graul.
He married Lyla Wanda Walker on July 5, 1942 at St. Genevieve, MO and she preceded him in death on February 26, 2003.
He is survived by one daughter - Priscella Crews and husband Charles of Murphysboro, IL, two sons - Steve E. Graul and wife Cathy of St. Louis, MO, and John B. Graul and wife Debbie of Virginia, one brother - Wilmer Graul of Coulterville, IL, one sister - Violet Sadewasser of Elkader, IA, and five grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, three sisters and three brothers.
A private family memorial service was held Thursday, October 9, 2003 at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin with Rev. Paul Schultz officiating.
Per Mr. Graul's request, a cremation service was held.
Military rites were conducted by Du Quoin VFW.
Friends may make memorials to Luke Memorial Hospice or Donor's Favorite Charity.
