Julius Joseph "Jay" Van Paemel, 81, of Crossville, TN, formerly from Port Byron Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday October 4, 2024, at life care of Crossville. A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday, November 16, 2024, at Ascension Lutheran Church, Crossville.

Burial and Celebration of life in Port Byron, Illinois will be announced at a later date.

Son of Joseph and Gabrielle (Motier) Van Paemel He married Judy Ann Van Pamael on January 19, 1974. Jay was a well-respected member of the banking community starting out at Colona Avenue Metro Bank of East Moline, Illinois. He was a mentor, boss, and great friend to so many. Fondly known as Petje (Belgian for grandpa) to his family, Jay adored his wife Judy and doted on his 6 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter. He taught us all how to love our Lord, cherish family, be organized, not ask for directions, take cell phone pictures of inside your pocket, and enjoy life.

Survived by his wife Judy Van Paemel, Crossville, TN; son, Mike (Catherine) Van Paemel, Dubuque, IA, and Darren Van Paemel, Matherville, IL; daughter, Dawn (Van Paemel) Schussler, Chattanooga, TN; 6 grandchildren Sidney Schussler, Jon Schussler, Zach (Kayla) Schussler, Lilly Schussler, Gabby Van Paemel, Elizabeth Van Paemel; 1 great granddaughter Joy Schussler; 2 beloved pets, Lucky and Kramer; numerus nieces, nephews and cousins.

Jay was preceded in his death by his parents.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.vanhoe.com