	Jerry D. Bunton, age 65, of Dowell, IL, passed away at 4:37 a.m. Tuesday, March 8, 2005, at his residence. 
	Jerry was born the son of Carson and Ruth (Hunter) Bunton on November 05, 1939 in DuQuoin, IL. He was then united in marriage to Phyllis Sizemore on February 12, 1983 in DuQuoin and she survives.
	Jerry was a veteran of the United States Navy before going to work for the railroad as a brakeman. He was a member of the DuQuoin Eagles and the American Legion. Jerry enjoyed reading, gardening, fishing, and was an avid sports fan.
	Survivors include his wife Phyllis of Dowell, a loving son Richard Bunton of DuQuoin, two brothers: Jimmy Bunton of DuQuoin and Danny Bunton and wife Ruthie of DuQuoin, one loving step-daughter Diana Lynn Barnett and husband Mike of Arnold, MO., two loving step-sons: John Vauthier and wife Beverly of Imperial Mo., Randy Vauthier of Imperial MO., step-daughter Grace Elaine Brock of Phoenix, AZ., step-son David Lee Shivley and wife Marla of East Alton, IL., and numerous loving nieces, nephews, and grandchildren.
	He was preceded in death by his parents, son Ronald Dale Bunton, and three brothers Mike Bunton, David Bunton, and Bill Bunton.
	Funeral services will be held at the Pyatt-Harrawood & Epplin funeral home in DuQuoin on Saturday March 12, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. Dan McKinnies officiating. Friends may call on Friday March 11, 2005 at the Pyatt-Harrawood & Epplin Funeral Home in DuQuoin from 6:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. till services. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
