Stephen “Ike” Iglehart, 77, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2019 following an accident at the Dis N Dat Store in Mount Carmel. He was born on August 29, 1941 in Waco, Texas, the son of Stephen and Susie (White) Iglehart, Sr.
Ike faithfully served his Country in the United States Air Force. Ike owned and operated the Dis N Dat Store in Mount Carmel where he loved meeting new people. Among his hobbies, Ike enjoyed being outdoors and fishing. He loved helping the youth of Mount Carmel. He was truly a people person and never met a stranger. He was active in AA meetings and Life Recovery Meetings and valued his friendships he made while attending these meetings.
Ike will be remembered by his sons, Stephen Iglehart III and Jarius Iglehart; four grandchildren; brother, Paul Iglehart; sisters, Patricia Iglehart and Naomi Buster; several nieces and nephews.
Ike was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers and one sister.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date in Texas.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Ike’s tribute wall and leave condolences for the Iglehart family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
