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CHAMPAIGN – Jon Buerkett, one of the most successful entrepreneurs in Central Illinois, was most proud of his wife, Dana, and his daughters, Ashley and Morgan. Buerkett, 56, of Champaign passed away July 24, 2011.

Mr. Buerkett was born Feb. 27, 1955, in Springfield to James Anthony and Betty Charlene (Brown) Buerkett. Mr. Buerkett graduated in 1973 from Champaign Centennial High School, where he was a standout baseball pitcher, setting a record for most strikeouts …

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What were Jon's favorite sports teams?
Cardinals! Illini!
Cardinals! Illini!
Cardinals! Illini!
What were Jon's favorite foods?
Oh gosh. He was the pickiest eater! He loved hamburgers (no cheese, ketchup only), S…
Oh gosh. He was the pickiest eater! He loved hamburgers (no cheese, ketchup only), Steak N Sha…
Oh gosh. He was the pickiest eater! He loved hamburgers (no cheese, ketchup only), Steak N Shake, french fries, shrimp …

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Born

February 27th, 1955
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Passed away

July 24th, 2011
Champaign, IL

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Cause of death

Plane Crash

Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Mt Hope Cemetery

611 East Pennsylvania Avenue, Champaign, IL 61820
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