Urbana, IL - Dale Eugene McCord, 73, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 10:29 A.M. Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. He was born on April 8, 1951, at Lakeview Hospital in Danville, IL, the son of Franklin Dale "Jake" and Eileen Virginia (Smock) McCord.

He is survived by two sons, Eric McCord of Hoopeston, IL and Jason (Melia) McCord of Hoopeston, IL and three granddaughters, Delaney, Reagan, and Josey McCord.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Gwen McCord; and infant sister, Jane Ann McCord.

After graduating from East Lynn High School, Dale worked as a barber and at American Can. In 1977, he took over his dad's fuel truck route at Vermilion Service Company, later becoming Illini FS, which he did for 40 years. He loved his family, especially his granddaughters, who referred to him as "Paw Paw FS", taking them on golf cart rides and to their various activities. He was very supportive of his family, rarely missing any of their events. Dale also enjoyed socializing at his shop, working on his cars, collecting fuel memorabilia, and restoring gas pumps.

Dale's personality was truly larger than life. He was a natural people person and able to form friendships with anyone.

Visitation will be held 2:00 - 6:00 P.M. Sunday, February 23, 2025, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St., Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, February 24, 2025, at the funeral home with Pastor Doug Minton officiating. Burial will follow in East Lynn Cemetery.

In Dale's honor, in lieu of memorials, call a friend, take them out for a meal, or just stop by and hang out a bit.

Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com to view Dale's eternal tribute page and to send the family condolences.

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.