He was born Feb. 8, 1948, in Jacksonville, the son of Russell and Violet (Easley) Surratt. He married his soulmate and love of his life, Janice Surratt on Apr. 15, 1987, and she survives.

He is also survived by two sons and two daughters, Bill (Heather) Surratt of Griggsville, Josh (Laykin) Suratt of Pittsfield, Wendi (Jody) Stinson of Meredosia, and Erin (Matt) Neal of Camden, NC; eighteen grandchildren; twenty-six great grandchildren; an aunt, Sharon Cockerill of Winchester; his best friend of 69 years, Tom (Lori) Newman of Peoria; several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews; and his loyal fur babies, Sassy Len and ornery Mollie Joe. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Angela Marie Surratt DeJaynes; four grandchildren, Sam and Brandon Miller, Timothy Surratt, and Aubrey Nevaeh Stinson; his brother, James R. Surratt; two sisters, Becky Mueller and Charlotte Harris; his paternal grandparents, James and Ella Surratt; maternal grandparents, George and Letha Easley; and his father-in-law, Harold "Rink" Surratt.

Mr. Surratt worked for National Starch in Meredosia for 40 years, retiring in 2005. He was a huge St. Louis Cardinals, Raiders, and Lakers fan. He enjoyed camping, golfing, spending time with his children and grandchildren, and tinkering around. Tim especially loved his wife and family.

There will be no service. Per his wishes, cremation will be accorded. Memorials are suggested to Jan Surratt to assist with Tim's medical expenses, and may be sent to the Meredosia Community Bank, PO Box 470, Meredosia, IL 62665. The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Meredosia is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at buchanancody.com.