James D. Bonesteel, 86, of Marshall, IL passed away 8:26 AM Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023 in Horizon Health at Paris, IL. He was born April 21, 1936 at West Union, IL, the son of Vance William and Mary Marie Ingle Bonesteel. On Nov. 2, 1956 he married Karen Modde at Custer, SD. Surviving are his wife, Karen; children, Warren Boneteel, Christine Bonesteel, Clifford Bonesteel, Norman Bonesteel and Kathy Bonesteel; twenty grandchildren and twenty six great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons, James Bonesteel and Gary Bonesteel; a grandson, Trevor ; granddaughter, Tasha; great grandchild, Gunner and several brothers and sisters. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, was a life member of Marshall VFW Post #5975; member and former commander of West Union Post of the American Legion and the West Unoin Baptist Church. He was a farmer and former employee of the Marathon Tire of Robinson. He raised Beagles and enjoyed rabbit hunting. All services will be private. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made directly to the family. Online condolences may be expressed at pearcefuneralservices.com. Pearce Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.