Jeffrey R. Ankney age 53, of Dixon Illinois passed away Monday, November 26th, 2018 at his home.He was born on July 3,1965 in Dixon, Illinois to parents Kenneth and Cheryl (Freed) Ankney. He served in the National Guard and worked as a welder.Jeffrey married Jacquelyn (Lawson) on March 23,2018 in Winter Garden Fl. Survivors include his loving wife: Jacquelyn (Lawson) Ankney, his father Kenneth Ankney, his children: Clayton Ankney and Riley Mehrens both of Dixon Illinois, brothers: Kenneth Ankney Jr. of Bloomington Illinois and, John Ankney (Amber) of Dixon Illinois. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews. Jeffrey was preceded in death by his mother: Cheryl (Freed) Ankney, sister: Nikki Zinke, and stepmother: Nancy Ankney.A memorial fund has been established in Jeffrey's name please mail proceeds to 10721 US 98 N Dade City FL. 33525 Arrangements by Hodges Family Funeral Home 301 Chapel Dade City, Fl.