A general practitioner who provided the Jacksonville community with skilled medical care for over 40 years. In addition to a multitude of career achievements, he has served his alma mater in countless ways since leaving the Hilltop, including a long-time stint as an athletic department doctor. Dr. Bone was instrumental in promoting the concept of an athletic hall of fame, and he served as founding chairman of the committee. As an undergraduate, E.C. Bone lettered in basketball and baseball. He was presented with the honorary Doctor of Laws degree by Illinois College in recognition of his career achievements in the field of medicine and in application of his many years of service on behalf of the College.