John Trimble

John K. Trimble, 72, of Mackinaw, IL, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026 in Morton.

John was born February 8, 1953 in Normal, IL, to Kenneth and Lois Strunk Trimble.

John married Donna Steele February 3, 1979 in Mackinaw. She survives.

Also surviving are; one son, Benjamin (Meaghan) Trimble of Nashville, TN, one sister, Margie Ackerman of St. Louis, one brother, Larry (Marilyn) Trimble of Mackinaw, several nieces and nephews, Trent (Tina) Trimble, Derek (Wendy) Trimble, Mathew (Missy) Ackerman, Sara (Andy) Vlietstra, Kary (Doug) Mangers, Adam (Linsey) Ackerman.

John was preceded in death by his parents.

John graduated from ISU in 1975. He then went to work for the family business, Ken Trimble Trucking in Mackinaw and later becoming a co-owner with his brother Larry. John was a past Bank Director of First Security Bank in Mackinaw and trustee of Mackinaw Fire Dept.

Cremation rites will be accorded. A celebration of John’s life will be held January 31st 2026, 1-4 PM at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 616 W. David St, Morton, IL.  Haensel-Oswald Funeral Home in Mackinaw is assisting the family with arrangements.

Memorials may be made in memory of John to; Mackinaw Rescue Squad or Mackinaw Fire Department.

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