Michael Dawson, 60

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Michael Dawson, 60, of Elkhart, died on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2017, at his home surrounded by his family. 

A Celebration of Life  will be held on Sunday, Nov. 19, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Home in Lincoln. 

Mr. Dawson was born on Sept. 3, 1957, in Carlinville, to Conrad Joseph and Betty (Baggs) Dawson. He married Michelle Danley on Sept. 13, 2003, in Elkhart, and she survives.

He owned and operated The Taste of Illi restaurant in Illiopolis, and enjoyed traveling with his wife. Above all else, he loved spending time with his family.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Jason Dawson, Melissa (Josh) Brown, Tosha (Travis) Brannum and Jessica (Shun) Hicks; brothers, Phillip Dawson, Steve (Linda) Dawson, Jim (Pam) Dawson of Hillsboro and John (Janelle) Dawson; seven grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and many great-nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Anne; and his four-legged pal, Jack Dawson.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Elkhart Fire Department in Mr. Dawson's name.