David R. Sledge, 89, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away at 7:15 A.M., August 7, 2017 at Salem Township Hospital in Salem, Illinois.

A Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, August 9, 2017at Thomason Cemetery in Wayne City, Illinois, with Reverend David Shores officiating. Burial will follow. Members of the Mount Vernon American Legion Post #141 will conduct Full Military Honors at the cemetery.

Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Hughey Funeral Home where you may call (618) 242-3348 or visit hugheyfh.com for further information or to send online condolences.