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William E. "Bill" Fowler, Jr.
Announcement date: 2008-01-25
William E. "Bill" Fowler, Jr., age 86, of Galesburg, Illinois, passed away at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 24, 2008 at Carrington Place Nursing Home in Muscatine, Iowa. Bill was born September 14, 1921, in Rock Island, Illinois, the son of William E. and Harriet Jacobson Fowler.
Bill was a graduate of Monmouth High School. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps. He was a Captain in the 352 Fighter Group, 487 Squadron. He flew P-51 Mustang airplanes on missions during WWII and was stationed in Bodney, England. He flew on D-Day over Normandy and numerous other missions..
Bill married Marilyn Jeanne Gibb on November 25, 1946 in Nashua, Iowa.
Bill worked for over 20 years with Service Pipe Line as a Diesel Mechanic. He was the owner of Fowler's Phillips 66 in Yates City, Illinois for a number of years. Bill was a Ham Radio operator and a member of the Monmouth Flying Club. Bill was a member of VFW Post 2257 in Galesburg and was a volunteer VFW driver from Galesburg to Iowa City, Iowa Veterans Hospital. He attended the Yates City Presbyterian Church. Bill is a life member of the Yates City Masonic Lodge # 448 AF & AM.
Surviving are one daughter, Denise and Jerry Easley of Carver, Minn., and one son William D. and Deann Fowler of Muscatine. six grandchildren, two sisters Phyllis and Leroy Minneman of LaHarpe, Illinois and Shirley Walker of Rock Island, Illinois.
Six Grandchildren and Three Great Grandchildren also survive
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Services: A funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 29, 2008, at the Turnbull Funeral Home in Monmouth, Illinois. Interment with military honors will be in the Monmouth Cemetery. His family plans to receive friends at Turnbull's on Tuesday from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. prior to the service. A memorial fund is being established for either the Monmouth Flying Club or Immanuel Baptist Church of Monmouth.

Robert M. Smith, Jr.
Announcement date: 2008-02-07
Robert M. Smith, Jr., 88, of Kirkwood, Illinois, passed away at 1:05 a.m., Thursday, February 07, 2008, at OSF Holy Family Medical Center in Monmouth. Robert was born on October 4, 1919 in Kirkwood, the son of R. Miles and Ruth Elizabeth Pape Smith. He was reared on a farm in the Rozetta Township, and he attended Henderson County Schools, he graduated from Biggsville High School. Bob then attended the University of Illinois, were he graduated in 1941 with a Bachelors degree in Agricultural Science. He married Phyllis Nadine Stauffer on August 6, 1950 in Kirkwood, Illinois; she preceded him on August 7, 1987. Bob served his country during World War II, serving in the United States Navy. Robert owned and operated Smith Implement for many years, specializing in Case farm equipment. He was a member of the Westminster United Presbyterian Church, where he was an Elder and Trustee. Bob was also a member of the Monmouth Masonic Lodge #37 AF & AM, the American Legion, Officers Association of America, Fleet Reserves Association, was an active member of the Kirkwood Senior Citizens group and also had an interest in antique tractors.
Survivors include: one daughter, Jane Michael and Larry of Kirkwood, one son, Miles Smith of Denver, Colorado, three grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. Also surviving are four brothers; Merwin Smith of Monmouth, Dale Smith and Doris of Kirkwood, Donald Smith and Sylvia of Biggsville, Illinois, and James Smith and Janet of Dubuque, Iowa.
He is preceded in death by both parents, and his wife, Phyllis.
Services: A memorial service will be at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 9, 2008, at the Westminster United Presbyterian Church in Kirkwood. Memorials can be made to the Westminster United Presbyterian Church in Kirkwood. Turnbull Funeral Home in Monmouth is in charge of the arrangements

Velma "Dick" L. Meyer
Announcement date: 2008-02-15

Velma L. "Dick" Meyer, age 92, of Oquawka, Illinois, passed away at 11:05 a.m. on Friday, February 15, 2008, at her residence. She was born on October 9, 1915, in Oakville, Iowa the daughter of Rolen and Emma Lister Simmons.
She attended Henderson County Schools.
Velma married Lloyd William (Flunky) Meyer on January 5, 1938 in Kahoka, Missouri. He preceded her in death on April 5, 1989.
Velma and her husband owned and operated a produce market and truck garden in Oquawka for 43 years. In years past she ironed laundry for numerous people and washed dust mops for Henderson County Court House.
Velma enjoyed sewing, quilting, gardening, Bingo and Marshmallow fights. She loved spending time with her family at special gatherings.
Velma is survived by two daughters, Janice (Charles )Bundy of Oquawka and Peggy (James) Tharp of Biggsville, Illinois, five sons Kent Meyer, Keith Meyer, Wayne (Susan) Meyer, Dean (Laura) Meyer and Mike Meyer all of Oquawka. Also surviving are 8 grandsons and 3 granddaughters, 10 great grandsons and 6 great granddaughters, and one great, great grandson.
She is preceded in death by her parents, and husband.
Services: A funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 19, 2008 at Turnbull Funeral Home in Oquawka. Interment will be in the Oquawka Cemetery, Oquawka. The family will be present to receive friends at Turnbull Funeral Home in Oquawka on Monday, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
A memorial fund is being established to be determined later.

Donald R. Zielke
Announcement date: 2008-02-26
Donald Zielke, 74, of Alexis, Illinois, passed away at 12:11 p.m. on Monday, February 25, 2008 at St. Frances Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois. He was born on October 18, 1933, in Monmouth, Illinois, the son of Fred W. and Pearl Smith Zielke. At the age of 4, Don's family moved to the Alexis area. He attended rural schools, Alexis High School, and graduated in 1951. He then went to Western Illinois University in Macomb, Illinois.
Don married Reva Icenogle on August 5, 1977, in Galesburg, Illinois. She survives.
Don first sold seed for the Grace Company near Rozetta. He then worked as a plumber for Harold Jerden. Don was then employed by International Mineral and Chemical Plant as manager, at the North Henderson plant. Lastly he worked at M & W Ag Service in Alexis as assistant manager. He retired in 1996. Don was a member of Lodge # 37 A.F.&A.M., Norwood United Presbyterian Church, where he served as trustee. He enjoyed conversation with anyone and is a member of the BB Cafe. His first love is his family, children and grandchildren. He enjoyed model trains, and he loved dogs, especially Hutch.
Survivors include his wife, Reva M. Zielke of Alexis, two daughters; Valerie Quick and Scott of Viola, Illinois, and Patricia Murrie and Charles of Rock Falls, Illinois. Three sons; John D. Zielke and Chris of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Ronald Faulkner and Janice of Raleigh, North Carolina, and Rod L. Faulkner and Sharon of Lincoln, Nebraska. Also surviving are thirteen grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, and four brothers.
Services: A funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, February 29, 2008, at the Norwood United Presbyterian Church. Friends may call on Thursday, February 28, 2008, at Turnbull Funeral Home in Monmouth, where his family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Cremation will be accorded following the service. Memorials can be made to the Norwood United Presbyterian Church.

Evelyn M. McCrery
Announcement date: 2008-03-17
Evelyn M. McCrery, 89, previously of Aledo, Illinois, but more recently living with her daughter in Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away at 8:15 p.m., March 16, 2008, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Evelyn was born on October 12, 1918, in Mercer County, North of Burgess. She is the daughter of Clem and Maude Fisher Rhoades. She was educated in the Monmouth public schools, graduating from Monmouth High School. After graduating, she worked in the accounting department at Surgeons in Monmouth. She married Earnest "Dale" McCrery on March 2, 1940 in Monmouth. Evelyn was a housewife while her husband managed the Standard Oil bulk plant in Alexis; they later farmed in the Alexis area and moved to Aledo in 1978, he preceded her in 1981. Evelyn was a member of the College Avenue Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed volunteer work at the Mercer County Hospital gift shop, spending time with her friends, cooking, but most important she was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Surviving Evelyn are her two sons; Stand McCrery of Aledo and James McCrery of Wagoner, Oklahoma, one daughter; Jane Moore of Battle Creek, MI, four grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four sisters, and one brother.
Services: A graveside service for relatives and immediate family will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 20, 2008 at Warren County Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Turnbull Funeral Home in Monmouth from 10:00 a.m. till noon. Memorials may be made to the College Avenue Presbyterian Church in Aledo, Illinois

Cecil C. Brett
Announcement date: 2008-03-25
Cecil Carter Brett, age 90, of Monmouth, Illinois, passed away at his residence in Galesburg, Illinois on Friday, March 21, 2008 at 5:15 pm. Cecil was born on November 4, 1917 in Alberta, Canada, the son of Richard Henry and Margaret May Carter Brett.
He served with the Intelligence Corps of the British Army in India, Burma, Malaya and Hong Kong from 1945 to 1947. Following the war, he earned his bachelors degree from the University of British Columbia. His subsequent master's thesis for the University of Washington was entitled "The History of the Burma Siam Railway: Japanese Rule in Malaysia." He went on to earn his PhD from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. From 1956 through 1959, he was Assistant to the Coordinator of the Thailand Public Administration Program at Indiana University in Bloomington, and from 1959 through 1962 served as Chief Advisor and Visiting Professor in the Institute of Public Administration at Thammasat University in Bangkok, Thailand. He married Jean Moffat of Bloomington, IN on November 21, 1959 in Bangkok. She preceded him in death on October 20, 1999.
Brett came to Monmouth College in 1963 to direct the college's new East Asian Studies Program. He also developed the Great Decisions Program in 1981. A forum where the public and academic community meets to discuss world affairs. This program is still active today at Monmouth College. He retired from teaching in 1983. In 1986 he was awarded the Royal Decoration of Commander of the Most Noble Order of the Crown of Thailand by the Prime Minister of Thailand. Brett was also a member of the Monmouth Rotary Club and the Gourmet Club. He enjoyed golfing, espionage novels, his Standard Poodles, spending time with his family at their cabin in Good Harbor Bay on Lake Michigan, and playing the organ and piano.
Surviving are his son Richard Brett and Heather of Laurinburg, North Carolina and one sister, Mary Smail, of Vancouver, British Columbia.
Services: Cremation has been accorded. A memorial service will be on May 19, 2008 at 11:00 a.m., at Turnbull Funeral Home in Monmouth. For more information please visit, www.turnbullfuneralhomes.com.
In lieu of flowers, the following Memorial Funds have been set up in Cecil Brett's name:
Monmouth College (Please make checks payable to "Monmouth College: Cecil Brett Memorial Fund") 700 East Broadway, Monmouth, IL 61462. OR Hospice of Galesburg (Please make checks payable to "OSF Hospice in Memory of Cecil Brett") 3333 North Seminary Street, Galesburg, IL 61401

Frank J. Peel
Announcement date: 2008-04-24
Frank J. Peel, age 54, passed away at 3:59 p.m., Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at OSF Holy Family Medical Center in Monmouth. Frank was born on September 17, 1953, in Monmouth, Illinois. He is the son of Floyd J and Ruth V Hanley Peel. Frank was reared and educated in Kirkwood, Illinois, and graduated from Yorkwood High School in 1971. He married June Daily. Frank has been disabled and a resident of this area most of his life. He is a member of the Kingdom Hall of JehovahWitnesses in Monmouth.
Surviving Frank are three Sons, Matthew Peel and Kasi, currently serving in the United States Marine Corps in Iraque, David Peel of Galesburg, Illinois, Jon Peel and his Fiance Stephanie Byron of Galesburg. Also surviving are Three grandchildren; Kylynne, Tycen, and Haylee, Two step grandsons, Micheal, and Anthony. His mother, Ruth Peel of Kirkwood, Illinois. Four brothers; Ralph Peel and Bess of Kirkwood, Ora Peel and Tammy of Biggsville, IL, Paul Peel and Robin of Little York, Jeff Peel and Teresa of little York, and two sisters; Janet Earp and Steve of Biggsville, Mary Stropes of Kirkwood, Also a number of Nieces and Nephews are surviving. He is preceded in death by his father, Floyd Peel, two brothers, and two sisters.
Services: Cremation has been accorded and a memorial service will be at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses in Monmouth at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 30,2008. A memorial fund is being established for and by his family.

Harlan D. Miller
Announcement date: 2008-05-09
Harlan D. Miller, age 79, of Gladstone, Illinois passed away at Great River Medical Center in West Burlington, Iowa on May 9th at 2:35 pm. Harlan was born May 18, 1928 in Stella, Oklahoma the son of Dave and Sarah Heiniger Miller.
He was reared and educated in Stella and Oakville , Iowa and graduated from Huron Consolidated School in Oakville in 1946.
Harlan married Helen Louise Balzer in 1949. He later married Mary Lou Thompson Gray in Iowa City, Iowa. She preceded him in death on July 25, 2006.
Harlan first was a machinist apprentice for the C.B.Q. Railroad, then worked at J.I. Case Plant in Burlington, Iowa. Harlan also did logging locally and owned and operated a car crushing business in Gladstone, Illinois. For most of his life Harlan also farmed around the area..
He is survived by three daughters Joyce Garnsey and Roger of Monmouth, Illinois, Diane Givens of West Burlington, Sharon Frank and Butch of Burlington, Iowa, three sons, Dale Miller and Lucinda of Burlington, Marvin Miller and Lupe of Phoenix, Arizona, Gary Miller of Mediapolis, Iowa, one step daughter Tina Lazarin and Michael of Buena Park, California, Eleven grandchildren, three step grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren. Also surviving are three sisters, Ruby Eberhardt and Joseph of Sperry, Iowa, Shirley Earnest and Jim of Wapello, Iowa, and Ellen Moehle and Robert of Mediapolis, and two brothers David Miller and Barb of Burlington and Robert Miller and Janice of LaBelle, Florida.
He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, one sister Rose Marie Rydberg and one grandson Nathan Miller.
Services: A funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at Turnbull Funeral Home in Oquawka. The family will be present to receive friends at Turnbull's on Monday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Interment will be in the Oquawka Cemetery. A memorial fund is being established to be designated later. Turnbull Funeral Home in Oquawka is in charge of the arrangements.

Chris L. Painter
Announcement date: 2008-05-09
Chris L. Painter, age 53, of Monmouth, Illinois; passed away at his Monmouth residence on May 8, 2008 at 12:20 pm. Chris was born on October 27, 1954 in Monmouth, and is the son of Eugene M."Connie" and Betty Louise Frazee Painter. Chris was raised in Monmouth where he attended Monmouth Schools and Graduated from Monmouth High School. He also attended several years at Western Illinois University in Macomb, Illinois. Chris first was employed by the City of Monmouth in the Water Department for a time. He then went to work for the BNSF Railroad as a journeyman and machinist and did so for thirty-two years to the present. Chris is an avid Chicago Bears Fan. He enjoyed golf and working around his home and in the yard. He also enjoyed the guitar and the blues. Chris most of all loved his children and grandchildren. Surviving are two daughters; Melissa Painter of Galesburg, Illinois and Jenny Painter and her Fiance' Matt Willett of Kirkwood, Illinois. Two Grandchildren survive, Ryne & Reanne Willett. Two Sisters; Cindy Kalin & Kip of Monmouth, and Kim Kellar & John of Arvada, Colorado. One Brother; Steve Painter & Patti in Hot Springs, Arkansas and his Half Sister; Sheryl Painter in Arizona. Preceding Chris in death are his Maternal Grandparents.
Services: A funeral service will be at 2:00 pm on Monday May 12, 2008 at Turnbull Funeral Home in Monmouth, with intermenty to follow at Monmouth Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday after NOON at Turnbull Funeral Home where his family will be present to receive friends Sunday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. A memorial fund is being established for Western Illinois Animal Rescue

William F. Lovdahl
Announcement date: 2008-05-12
William F. Lovdahl, age 80, passed away at 12:50 a.m. on Monday, May 12, 2008, at OSF Holy Family Medical Center in Monmouth. Illinois. He was born on October 14, 1927 in Warren County the son of Carl Oliver and Eliza Jane Bishop Lovdahl.
Bill was reared and educated in Monmouth attending Hornbeck School and Monmouth Schools.
After high school graduation Bill left for Munich, Germany serving in the U.S. Army from January 1946 - June 1947.
He married Marilyn Cudd on February 12, 1950, in Monmouth. She survives.
Bill has a farmer all his life. Bill was a member of the First Lutheran Church and The Hawkeye State Archaeological Society of Iowa. He was an avid gardener and an avid Cubs fan.
Bill is survived by his wife Marilyn Lovdahl of Monmouth, three daughters Peg Key of Buffalo Valley, Tennessee, Melissa Soucy of Melbourne, Arkansas, and Gina VanWinkle and Roger of Galesburg, Illinois. one son Terry Lovdahl and Patrice of Purvis, Mississippi, eight grandchildren, four great grandchildren. Also surviving are one sister Matilda Shimmin of Monmouth, one brother Carl Lovdahl and Mary Ann of Lynn Center, Illinois, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, one sister, one brother and one infant sister.
Services: Cremation has been accorded.
A graveside committal of ashes with military honors will be at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, May 16, 2008, at Gerlaw Cemetery. No calling hours are being planned by the family. A memorial fund is being established by the family.

Ray C. Musser
Announcement date: 2008-07-06
Ray C. Musser, age 79, of Smithshire, passed away at 4:24 p.m., Saturday, July 5, 2008, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. Ray was born on July 29, 1928, in Biggsville, Illinois. He is the son of William Ray and Leola Catherine Newton Musser. Ray was reared and educated in the Media area, and graduated from Media-Weaver High School in 1946. He married Esther Ann Johnson on March 12, 1949 in Stronghurst, Illinois.
Ray began farming following high school in the Media area. He farmed both grain and livestock all his life. He had an active interest in promoting agriculture locally. Ray also served for a time on the school board. He was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Monmouth. His primary interest was his family and his grandchildren.
Surviving Ray is his wife Esther Ann Musser of Smithshire, Illinois, five daughters; Martha Menton and Michael of Culpeper, Virginia, Reva Stackniw and Myron of Galesburg, Illinois, Ruth Gibb and Gary of Media, Illinois, Lillie Dragoo and Dennis of Metamora, Illinois, and Karen Jack of Smithshire. Also surviving are fifteen grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, and one sister, Donna Collinson and Dale of Galva, Illinois.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one granddaughter and one brother.
Services: A funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, July 10, 2008, at the First Lutheran Church in Monmouth. Interment will be in Center Grove Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday evening, July 9, 2008, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Turnbull Funeral Home in Monmouth, where his family will receive friends. A memorial fund has been established for the First Lutheran Church in Monmouth or to the Hunger Appeal.

Raymond C. Jensen
Announcement date: 2008-05-25
Raymond C. Jensen, age 87, passed away at 7:50 p.m., Saturday, May 24, 2008, at Rosewood Care Center in Galesburg, Illinois. Raymond was born on June 19, 1920 in Berwick, Illinois. He is the son of Hans Jessen and Anna Christina Jensen. Raymond was reared and educated in the Gerlaw area, and attended Center School in Spring Grove Township. He graduated from Alexis High School in 1938. Raymond served his country During World War II, He was a Staff Sargent in the United States Air Corp. He saw action in Ie Shima, and the Philippine Islands in the South Pacific.
Raymond married Kathryn V. Simmons on January 24, 1949, in Roseville, Illinois, she survives. Raymond farmed grain and livestock all his life in the Spring Grove Township on his families farm. He was a member of the Warren County Farm Bureau, James Harvey Scott American Legion Post 0189, and served as a township trustee for a number of years. He was a long time member of the Gerlaw Christian Church, serving as Deacon and served as Chairman of the board at one time. Raymond was an avid Chicago Cubs and Bears fan. He enjoyed bowling many years in the Farm Bureau League. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and being on the farm.
Surviving Raymond is his wife, Kathryn V. Jensen of Galesburg, one daughter, Susan Dehority and Bill of Oneida, Illinois, two sons; Greg Jensen and Connie of Galesburg, and Ron Jensen of Bethesda, Maryland. Also surviving are three grandchildren; Kelly Jensen, Allen Dehority, Kristin Dehority, one sister, Marian Gardner of Gerlaw, and two brothers; Paul Jensen of Alexis, Illinois, and Lorence Jensen and Shirley of Monmouth. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Preceding Raymond in death are his parents, one infant daughter, and one infant brother.
Services: A funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, May 29, 2008, at Turnbull Funeral Home in Monmouth. Interment will be in Warren County Memorial Park Cemetery. His family will be present to receive friends Wednesday evening, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Turnbulls in Monmouth. A memorial fund is being established for the Gerlaw Christian Church or to Community Hospices of America.

Mary Radmacher
Announcement date: 2008-06-15
Mary Radmacher, age 92, of Chicago, Illinois; passed away in Chicago, on June 9, 2008 at St. Joseph Medical Center at 4:58 pm. Mary was born on November 24, 1915 in Monmouth, Illinois and was the daughter of Harry Maynard and Esther Camille Greenleaf Radmacher. She attended schools here and then received a degree in Library Science from the University of Illinois. In 1946 Mary accepted a position in the reference department of the Gary, Indiana where she was the head reference library for ten years. She then began a thirty year career as head librarian at the Skokie Public Library. She completed here time as director of the library with her retirement in 1986. Mary enjoyed the "Theatre" and attending stage plays. She loved art and especially Library Art. Mary for a time also taught several courses at Loyola University specializing in Library design and layout. While at the Skokie Library, Mary oversaw the construction of a new facility and then it's subsequent building addition and renovation. Mary was active in and a member of numerous Library Associations.
Surviving Mary is her brother Harry M. Radmacher and Clarice of Monmouth, Illinois.
Preceding Mary in death are her parents, and one sister Camille Radmacher.
Services: A graveside funeral service for Mary Radmacher is planned on Wednesday June 18, 2008 at 1:30 pm at the Monmouth Cemetery. Her family plans to be at Turnbull Funeral Home prior to the service. A memorial fund is being established for the Skokie Public Library in Skokie, Illinois.

Malba V. Perkins
Announcement date: 2008-07-01
Malba V. Perkins, age 89, of Keithsburg, Illinois, passed away at 1:00 p.m., on Monday, June 30, 2008 at her residence.
Malba was born on February 22, 1919, in Point Pleasant, Illinois. She is the daughter of Edgar L. and Ella Sallee Lodwick.
Malba married Ira Perkins on October 4, 1976 in Camden, Missouri. He preceded her in death on June 5, 2006.
Malba was reared and educated in rural schools. Upon graduating from high school, she received nurses training. Malba worked for a time as a home health care nurse. She then went to work for the Breese Company in Wyoming., Illinois, making conduit for airplanes. Malba then spent most of her life on the farm and was a homemaker. She loved to garden, and enjoyed visiting with her friends and family.
Melba is survived by two daughters, Susan Bent and Richard of Wyoming., Illinois and Connie Vananterpen of Pinefield, Louisiana, one son, John W. Perkins of Oceanside, California, Eleven Grandchildren and Eleven Great Grandchildren. Also surviving is one sister, Enid Cirillo and Joe of Bettendorf, Iowa and one brother, Jim Lodwick and Joan of Georgia. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
She is preceded in death by her parents, and husband, one sister and one brother
Services: A funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, 2008, at Turnbull Funeral Home in Monmouth, Illinois. Her family will receive friends from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 10:00 a.m. at Turnbulls. Interment will be in the Warren County Memorial Park Cemetery, Monmouth. A memorial fund has been established for the Oquawka Ambulance.

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