James Edward "Eddie" Mallicoat, 69, of Jacksonville, IL, died Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at Passavant Area Hospital. He was born May 4, 1952, the son of Paul and Christina Farmer Mallicoat. He married Rebecca E. Doolin and she preceded him in death on Feb. 24, 2021. He is survived by one daughter, Sarah (Christopher) Kelly of Macomb; three grandchildren, Eva McNeece of Macomb, Jarrod Jones of Vernon, FL, and Brandon Kemp of New Berlin; one sister, Sharon (Jim) Clayton of Winchester; one brother, Alan (Toni) Mallicoat of South Jacksonville; two nephews, Matt (Anne) Clayton and Mark (Jessica) Clayton of Winchester; six great nieces and nephews; three aunts; and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and infant granddaughter, Justice Marie Morris. Mr. Mallicoat grew up in Arcadia and worked for Capitol Records in Jacksonville for 39 years. He was a member of Central Christian Church and a former member of Liter Baptist Church. While growing up he belonged to the 4-H Club and Future Farmers of America (FFA). He enjoyed attending auctions and being involved with the Prairieland Heritage Museum. Eddie loved spending time with his extended family, never met a stranger, and always enjoyed a good conversation. A graveside funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, July 26, 2021, at Arcadia Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Central Christian Church or to Prairieland Heritage Museum. The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be left at buchanancody.com.