Photo courtesy of Adams Funeral Chapel - Charleston
Jan 20, 1942 - Oct 1, 2018
We are so sorry to hear about Banti's death, We just found out. You have our sympathy. Banti was a special sorority sister.
Roger and Claudia Metzger
Claudia Metzger
December 28, 2018 | Decatur, IL | Classmate
I wish we could have make it to the ceremony. Our thoughts have been with the Ankenbrand family and that of the Kelly's. Our prayers are there with you. Mike, Annette, Ashton, Kiersten, & Joshua Kelly
Michael Kelly
November 10, 2018 | Trinity Park | Family
Maureen and I went to St Francis together. She was always friendly and upbeat, so kind. I spoke with her occasionally when we had our reunions. She was still outgoing, funny and concerned about others. My sympathy to your family, a very tragic loss. Im sorry.
Jan Gawenda
October 09, 2018 | Elk Grove, IL | Classmate
Dear Ankenbrand Family---The picture says is all!! Your "Sweet Mo" was indeed that. She was always such a warm and friendly person and teacher...with just the right amount of wit and sarcasm. Between, CHS, EIU, St. Charles, and of course, our beloved Heritage Woods, there are so many reasons to cherish memories of Charleston and Mrs. Ankenbrand. Sending thoughts of peace as you mourn her passing, but hold her close always.
Maggie Sullivan
October 07, 2018 | Dubuque, IA | Student
So sorry to hear about Maureen's passing. We were EIU classmates in the early 60's. Maureen and I were both business education majors and had many classes together on the third floor of Old Main. Years later she became a wonderful mentor for my daughter Marcy Satterwhite who started her teaching career in the Business Department at Charleston High School.
Marilyn Weinard-Satterwhite
October 06, 2018 | Danville, IL | Classmate
Ann and Family so sorry to hear about your Moms loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We are keeping you in our hearts and prayers.
Holly and Shane Armstrong
October 06, 2018 | Andover, KS | Friend
Ank, so sorry to learn about Maureens passing. Ill always remember being Delta Zeta pledge sisters, having business classes together, and playing bridge with her - a fun loving lady - one of the best. In time I hope your loving memories of her will ease your sorrow.
Jan Carlick
Jan Carlick
October 04, 2018 | St. Louis, MO | Classmate
I was sad to hear about the passing of Maureen. She, Larry and their kids were wonderful neighbors for a long time. Her kindness and friendship with my mother will always be cherished. My sincere condolences go to her family. The world is a better place because of her presence. Rest in peace Maureen.
Doug Tammen
October 04, 2018 | Charlottesville, VA | Neighbor
Sending my warmest thoughts and keeping you all lifted in prayer. Hang in there Larry.
PJ Thompson
October 03, 2018 | Charleston, IL | Student
CHARLESTON, IL – Maureen Kelly Ankenbrand, age 76 of Charleston, passed away with loving family at her side on Monday, October 1, 2018 while at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. Visitation will be held from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 5, 2018 at Adams Funeral Chapel in Charleston. The Funeral Mass honoring and celebrating her life will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 921 Madison Avenue in Charleston, with Father Hyland Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Cemetery - Charleston. It is requested that donations in her honor be made to the EIU Foundation – Larry J. Ankenbrand Scholarship or to St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Gifts may be left at the visitation/mass or mailed in care of Adams Funeral Chapel, 2330 Shawnee Dr., Charleston, IL 61920.
Maureen was born January 20, 1942 in Joliet, Illinois, the youngest of three children born to the late Dr. Hubert and Vernette (Ashton) Kelly. She married Larry J. Ankenbrand on August 22, 1964 in Joliet, Illinois and they have enjoyed 54 happy years together. She is also survived by their four children, Laura (Boyd) Bach of Normal, Illinois, Eric (Kimarie) Ankenbrand of Dallas, Texas, Jay (Catrina) Ankenbrand of Louisville, Kentucky, and Ann (Brian) Schafer of Springfield, Illinois; five grandchildren, Jack Schafer, Brian Bach and Julie Bach, Bruce Ankenbrand and Knox Ankenbrand; her brother, Jay (Jude) Kelly of Costa Mesa, California and her sister, Mary Kay (Frank) Newman of Punta Gorda, Florida as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Maureen was a graduate of St. Francis Academy in Joliet and went on to earn a B.S. from Eastern Illinois University and a M.S. from Indiana State University. Maureen taught briefly at Joliet, Romeoville and Lockport and was a beloved Business teacher at Charleston High School for more than 25 years before retiring in 2007. As a result of a student nomination, she was honored by Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers and was an Education Is The Key award recipient, recognizing her dedicated, sustained, and selfless service and commitment to the schools and youth of the region. Maureen believed in helping and giving to others and did so through her community service as a volunteer with the Charleston Civic Association, her support of Charleston High School and EIU athletics as a Charleston Booster Club and EIU Panther Club member and volunteer, and as an active member of the St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church and Newman Catholic Center family.
Maureen was passionate about her family - they were her pride and joy and she instilled in them the importance of spending time together and living life to the fullest. She always enjoyed the company of family and friends and especially when playing golf at the Charleston Country Club or playing bridge. Her children and grandchildren were blessed with the support and unconditional love of the one they affectionately referred to as “Sweet Mo.” Maureen embraced everyone she encountered with her joyful spirit and warm smile.
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