Jason R Mchughs

Jason R. McHughs, age 33 of Elco, Illinois, died Friday, December 13, 2024, as the result of a house fire. He died while saving the life of his infant son. Jason was born on July 20, 1991, in Murphysboro, the son of Eric "Jae" McHughs and Sherri Miller.

Jason is survived by his fiancé, Brittany Dailey of Elco; children, Rilynn McHughs of Waterloo, WI, Leland McHughs of Madison, WI and Tyrstonn McHughs of Elco; mother and step-father, Sherri and Robert Klein of Beaver Dam, WI; father, Eric "Jae" McHughs of McClure; siblings, Chelsea McHughs of Anna, Dominic and Cady Davison of Beaver Dam, WI as well as numerous other step and adopted siblings. He is also survived by his paternal grandmother, Debby McHughs of New Mexico, paternal great-grandmother, Shirley Franklin of Waupun, WI; maternal grandparents, Henry and Alice Houston of Grand Tower and James and Marty Sadler of Anna; Brittany's parents, Randy (Tasha) Dailey and Julie (Mikie) Poole; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Charles McHughs and paternal great-grandfather, Gene Franklin.

Jason fiercely loved his family and friends as demonstrated by his heroic efforts during the fire. He was an artist, creating works of art with paint, wood and tattoos. He was currently learning to play guitar. He loved attending and participating in festivals, especially those with fire dancing and fire breathing. Jason proudly served his country in the United States Army.

The family of Jason R. McHughs will receive guests from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Friday, December 20, 2024, at Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home in Anna. Memorial contributions can be made to Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home to assist the family with expenses. Envelopes are available at Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home. Contributions can also be made to the GoFundMe account established in Jason's memory at

https://www.gofundme.com/f/stand-with-jasons-family-after-loss?qid=9c84772df363a64f8df324295d1e037a