Clonnie Back

1942 - 2017

Clonnie Back obituary, 1942-2017, Bloomington, IL

BORN

1942

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

East Lawn Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

1102 Airport Road

Bloomington, Illinois

Clonnie Back Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 10, 2017.

Bloomington – Clonnie E. Back, 75, of Bloomington, passed away Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at his residence.
Clonnie was born April 5, 1942, in Osceola, AR, the son of Jacob and Hallie Kyle Back.
Surviving are one child; four sisters, Jessie (Eldon) Hinshaw of Bloomington; Donna Davis of Joliet; Barbara (Danny) Shepherd of Bloomington; and Marion Davey of Bloomington; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; six sisters; one brother; and six brothers-in-law.
Clonnie was known throughout the community for his music. He was a very talented singer and could play any instrument that was handed to him. He was self-taught on music at a young age. He had his own band here in Bloomington called "County Connections". They played throughout Bloomington area in the 1970 and 1980's. Music was his heart.
A visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, May 13, 2017 at East Lawn Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be held at a later date in East Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be shared with the family at eastlawn-bloomington.com.

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May 18, 2017

Mona Carter Hubbard

Sending prayers to his family and friends. I remember him from back in the day in Colfax, IL. I was friends with Troy. Rest in Peace and now you can sing with the lord.

Mona Carter Hubbard (Bellflower, IL)

May 15, 2017

Mark Whitecotton

Marvin and Mark Whitecotton are sad to hear about Uncle Gene's Passing. We wish him peace with his eternal rest. You will be missed.

May 15, 2017

Renee Hundt

I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Gene's passing. you all have my sympathy.

May 13, 2017

Patsy W. Barggren

I just pray you are in the company of all of our loved ones who proceeded you in death Uncle Gene. Happy reunion in Heaven and may your troubles on Earth be rewarded with a high place in Paradise. We will miss you. Sympathy to all of the remaining family in the loss of Clonnie Gene. I hope you are playing your music in God's band. Love, Patsy Whitecotton Barggren

May 12, 2017

Jarilyn Thomas

Uncle Gene will be missed by many. We will especially miss his musical talent. He always kept his family and friends uplifted with his beautiful voice and outstanding musical ability. Praise God for his life! Rest in Peace dear Uncle Gene

May 11, 2017

richard davis

we love you and will miss you so much. Rest in heavenly peace

May 10, 2017

May the "God of all comfort" comfort you all at this time. (2 Cor 1:3)

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