James Eric Myers

    James Eric Myers, age 49 of Anna, died Thursday, March 28, 2024 at Union County Hospital in Anna. He was born on November 13, 1974 in Cape Girardeau, MO, the son of Dennis L. and Joanie M. (Self) Myers.

    Eric is survived by his parents, Dennis and Joanie Myers; his children, John Myers, Harley Myers and Shadow (Curtis) Kerley; a grandson, Blake Brammer; brother, Christopher (Michelle) Myers; niece, Kyleigh Myers; nephews, Dustin Dillow and John Reynolds; other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by a son, Dylan Myers.

    Eric proudly served his country in the United States Army as a member of the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment. He loved writing and recording music, mostly Christian songs and songs for veterans, especially those suffering with PTSD. His other loves were his family, riding Harley Davidson motorcycles and helping anyone in need. He was a kind and loving soul that will be missed by everyone that knew him.

    Funeral services for Eric Myers will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home in Anna with Jeff Myers officiating. Interment will follow in the Alto Pass Cemetery. Graveside military rites will be conducted by the Illinois Army National Guard and the Carroll P. Foster Post #3455 of the V.F.W. in Anna. Friends may call from 11:30 a.m. until the service hour at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home in Anna. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made in Eric’s name to Music for the Soul, PO Box 159027, Nashville, TN 37215-9027 or online at www.musicforthesoul.org.

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