James L. Thormahlen, 89, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away at 10:55 P.M., April 29, 2017 at Cox Medical Center Branson in Branson, Missouri. FUNERAL SERVICE will be held at 6:00 P.M. Thursday, May 4, 2017 at Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon, Illinois.  Members of the Mount Vernon American Legion Post #141 will conduct Full Military Honors at the conclusion of the funeral service.  Friends of the James L. Thormahlen Family may call from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Thursday, May 4, 2017 at Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon, Illinois. A Graveside Service will be held at 12:00 P.M. Friday, May 5, 2017 at West Lawn Cemetery in Newton, Illinois. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of  Hughey Funeral Home where you may call (618) 242-3348 or visit www.hugheyfh.com for further information or to send online condolences.