Emet Lyle “Joe” Hollingsworth, 66, of Marshall, IL passed away Friday, February 22, 2019 in the Burnsides Community Health Center at Marshall. Joe was born Dec. 14, 1952, the son of Shug and Mary Hart Hollingsworth of Marshall, IL After high school, Joe joined the United States Marine Corps. He retired from Local #440 Plumbers and Pipefitters of Indianapolis, IN. He married Barbra Jean Pickle of Texas City, TX in 1977 and they had two children. Joe is survivied by a son, Eric Shaun Hollingsworth of Marshall; a daughter, Mandy (Casey) Whitley both of Marshall; five grandchildren, MacKayla (fiance’e – Tyler Wilson) Hollingsworth of Beecher, IL, Justin Whitley, Melody Whitley, Jacob Whitley and Emilia Hollingsworth all of Marshall; a brother, Allen Hollingsworth of Marshall; two sisters, Karen (Doit) Cutright of Marshall and Sharon Hollingworth of Paris and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and a sister, Betty Jean. Per Joe’s final request there will be a Celebration of Life at the Marshall VFW on Sunday, March 3rd starting at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to Alzheimer’s Research, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 or a preferred charity. Online condolences are being accepted at pearcefuneralservices.com.