Wilbert James Maquet, 81, of Virden formerly of Chatham and Girard, passed away Saturday, March 23, 2013 at Memorial Medical Center. He was born August 18, 1931 in Taylorville to the late Alfred and Clarisse Marcy Maquet. Mr. Maquet married the late Betty Louise Hawkins December 14, 1957 and had 51 years together. He was a truck and forklift driver for Fiat Allis and retired when they closed. As a member of UAW local 1027, Wilbert was the chairman of the recreation committee. After retirement, he worked as a custodian at Sunrise Manor in Virden. He loved to fish at Sunset Lake in Girard, play his accordion and be Santa's Helper at Christmas time.

Wilbert is survived by his sons Kevin Maquet (companion, Debbie Matchuny) of Chatham, Billy (JoAnn) Maquet of St. John's, AZ; daughter Denise (James) Williamson of Virden; grandchildren, Dixie Maquet, Crystal Maquet, Brianna Williamson (companion David Snow) and Anthony Maquet; great grandchild, Sasha; brother Clement "Chips" Maquet of Zephyrhills, FL.

Visitation: His family will greet friends from 4-7pm, Wednesday, March 27 at Staab Polk Memorial Home, 8855 State Route 4, Chatham.
Funeral Ceremony: 10am, Thursday, March 28 at Staab Polk Memorial Home, Chatham, with Paula Staab Polk, funeral celebrant. Burial will follow at Chatham Memorial Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Sunrise Skilled Nursing and Rehab, 333 Wrightsman Street, Virden, IL 62690.

Published by Butler Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center - Chatham on Mar. 25, 2013.

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Sheila Meiers

March 27, 2013

Kevin, Denise and families, So sorry your dad has passed. All last week I kept remembering the time your parents stopped by my house. I had some plaster dauschaund statues. Your dad started talking to them trying to get them to come to him. Bring a smile to my face and I hope it will to yours.

March 25, 2013

denise and family Ienjoyed working with will at sunrise manor he was a good friendsSharon patton

Loren & Emalee Knop

March 25, 2013

Our sympathy to all the family. Have fond memories of Wilbur as our neighbor on Bonniebrook in Chatham many years ago.

Katie Marshall

March 25, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Joyce Brown

March 25, 2013

Your Dad will be missed. Enjoyed working with him. He always had a smile and wave for me when I worked in the kitchen. May your memories sustain you in this time of sorrow. Thoughts, love, and prayers are with you all.

Bob & Sandy Grooms

March 25, 2013

Denise and Family: We want to extend our sympathy at this very sad time of loss for you. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Dr. Thomas Mottershaw

March 25, 2013

Kevin Your dad was a great friend and a great neighbor at Sunset Lake. He will truly be missed.

Dr. Thomas Mottershaw

Ray

March 25, 2013

KEVIN, SORRY TO SEE ABOUT YOUR FAMILYS LOSS. MY THOUGUTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU.

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