Carl Dean Massey

IN MEMORY OF: Carl Dean Massey Serving Location: CRAIN FUNERAL HOME – ANNA 135 West Vienna Street, Anna, Illinois Carl Dean Massey, 87, of Anna, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2024, at the Illinois Veterans Home of Anna surrounded by his family. He was born on May 6, 1936, in Union County to Charlie and Lucy (Fite) Massey. He was married on July 27, 1961 to Betty Joyce Barlow and she preceded him in death on Sept. 3, 1998. Carl is survived by his two sons, Eric Massey (Jennifer) of Anna, IL; and Ronald Massey of Anna, IL; grandchildren; Morgan Bodnar (Matt) of Raleigh, NC; Derek Massey of Anna, IL; Zach Massey of Energy, IL; Bryce Massey of Anna, IL; And his special friend, Evelyn Hileman, many nieces and nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife of 37 years, Betty Massey, as well as his parents; brothers, Bill (Helen) Massey, Leland Massey, Ted Massey, and Delmar Massey; Sisters, Mildred (Wilis) Reynolds, Helen (Glenn) Brewer, and his daughter Becky (Cagle) Massey. Carl was a member of The United Pentecostal Church of Ware, IL. and he loved the Lord. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He led his family with guidance and support throughout all his life, and family was his greatest achievement. Carl served his country in the US Army. He was a Master Mason. He became a Standard Oil Agent in 1965. In 1976, he and Betty began Massey Oil Company Inc., which he proudly operated through October of 2004. Carl and Betty put God, church, family, and friends at the forefront of everything they did. Together, their children continue to carry on the leadership example of love, support, and forgiveness of one another. After the death of Betty, Carl and Evelyn enjoyed many years of adventure, friendship, and fun. Evelyn is a grandmother to many grandchildren, but she is the grandmother that became best friends with our Papa. Visitation will be from 11am to 1pm on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 with service to follow at Crain Funeral Home in Anna with Dwane Sims officiating. Masonic rites will precede the service at 1pm. Interment with military honors will follow in Anna City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Illinois Veterans home (activity department) of Anna, and Hospice of Southern Illinois.

Carl Dean Massey

May 6, 1936 - April 28, 2024