Jessie Arnold

Jessie Arnold, 48, of Champaign, IL, passed away at 3:32 pm., Monday, May 12, 2008, at his residence.

Jessie had worked as a custodian at Herff Jones Cap and Gown Company.

He was born December 6, 1959 at Champaign, the son of Hoyt and Mary (Simmons) Arnold.

He is survived by one daughter - Nekeya Sylvester of Normal, his mother - Mary Jones of Pinckneyville, one granddaughter - Hailey Sylvester of Normal, five brothers - Joseph Jones of Du Quoin, Theodore Jones of Du Quoin, Anthony W. Jones of Du Quoin, Jonathon Jones of Du Quoin and Gregory Jones and wife Tammi of Elgin, and one sister - Elizabeth Johnson of Marion.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m., Saturday, May 17, 2008, at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin.

Cremation will follow the visitation.

For additional information or to sign the memorial guest register, please visit www.searbyfuneralhomes.com.