John W. Little

John W. Little, 80, of Du Quoin, passed away at 8:35 P.M., Saturday, November 7, 2026 at the St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

John had worked for Peabody Coal Mines at River King Mine in Freeburg, IL. He had been a semi driver for the Coca-Cola plant and retired as a truck driver for R & L Carriers. He was a member of Old Du Quoin Baptist Church. John was also a member of United Mine Workers of America. He enjoyed researching history, genealogy, and astrology. John also enjoyed traveling with his family and gardening. He loved spending time with his family, especially his granddaughters.

He was born May 13, 1946 in Du Quoin, IL, the son of John H. and Esther (Clark) Little.

He married Millie Jo Wright on July 24, 1965 at the First Baptist Church in Du Quoin and she survives.

He is survived by his wife of Du Quoin, one son - John A. Little and wife Barb of Du Quoin, one daughter - Amy Weis and husband Mike of Smithton, IL, two granddaughters - Paige Weis of Smithton, IL and Camryn Little of Du Quoin, two step grandchildren - Mike McCrary and wife Tedra of Benton and Alicia Ziemann and husband Shaun of Jasper, IN, one sister - Caroline Bird of Lexington, IL, friends - Vicki Spencer, Julie Wilson, and Gail Pearce, all of Du Quoin, his dog - Molly, his cat - Rusty and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and father-in-law and mother-in-law - Milton and Velma Wright.

Private family services will be held.

Friends may make memorials to NubAbility Athletics Foundation and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements.