James Mulvey

James Mulvey, 68, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2015, at OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Ottawa, IL.

Born in Joliet, Illinois on August 11, 1947, to Tracy and Ethel (Coundley) Mulvey, he was preceded in death by his parents, several aunts, uncles, and cousins.  He is survived by his cousin, Richard Stevens of Frankfort, IL.

Raised and educated in Gardner, Illinois, Jim graduated from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb with a degree in the earth sciences.  The majority of his working career was spent in public health, working for health departments in Grundy, Mason, and LaSalle counties.

Jim had an interest in languages, and was familiar with German, French, and Latin, with some knowledge of Spanish and several others.

His strong interest was the natural sciences, with a special interest in weather and climate.  Jim enjoyed observing the natural world, reading about the natural sciences and current events, hiking, and bicycling (one-speed bikes only).

Since January of 1959, with help from family and friends, he maintained continuous, detailed climatic data in the Gardner and Marseilles area.  One friend, Delmar Holm of Gardner, assisted him in weather observations from 1968 to the present time.

Jim always had a strong concern for the future of our only home, planet Earth.

Jim’s dry and witty sense of humor was one of his best traits.  He was also a very generous person, even in his passing.  Jim was a registered organ donor, giving the “Gift of Hope” to others.

Jim will be deeply missed by his extended family of Delmar Holm, Brenda & Brian McCloskey and children, Karen & Gordy Kirkman, as well as the many co-workers and friends he encountered along his journey of life.

Per Jim’s wishes, funeral services will be private.  Interment will be at Braceville-Gardner Cemetery

Friends may sign the guest book, share photographs or visit Jim's memorial page by logging onto: www.ReevesFuneral.com

Green flameless cremation services and memorial arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Reeves Funeral Homes, Ltd., 203 Liberty Street in Gardner. (815-237-2526)