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Kenneth Wilderman Obituary

MOWEAQUA - Kenneth Eugene Wilderman, 75,  of Moweaqua, died 2:15 a.m., Wednesday, August 16, 2006, in his home.  Services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 21, in Seitz Funeral Home, Moweaqua, with Pastor Robert Baker officiating.  Visitation will be 6-8 Sunday in the funeral home.Burial will be in Mound Cemetery, Pana with full military honors by American Legion Post #370, Moweaqua. Memorials may be made to the  American Cancer Society. Mr. Wilderman was born August 10, 1931 in Decatur, the son of Kenneth George and Druecilla Houston Wilderman.  He retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad where he was  a Chief Clerk, member of VFW Post #99, Decatur, and a Korean War Veteran.  He married Barbara Ann Siebert October 10, 1952 in Taylorville, Illinois. Surviving are his wife, mother, sons Kenneth Paul and wife Brenda Wilderman of Granite City, Kevin Ray and wife Carol Wilderman of Highland, Illinois, Clay Wilderman of Assumption; daughters Linda and husband Keith Rawlings of Decatur and Gail Wilderman of Moweaqua; brothers Dean and wife Evelyn Wilderman, Jim and wife Kathy Wilderman, all of Decatur, sisters Pat Harlow of Pana and Mary Howard of Irving, Illinois, 12 grandchildren and 7 greatgrandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his father, 1 daughter, and brother Larry. Kenneth retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad after 37 years, a career that supported his family.  He was always working and ready to help family and friends.  He enjoyed spending time with family and friends fishing, playing music and sharing stories.  He was a fisherman, fiddle player, carpenter and farmer.  He loved the challenge of tearing down old buildings to build another building.  He is loved and missed by all who knew him. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at www.legacy.com/herald-review/Obituaries.asp

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Published by Decatur Herald & Review on Aug. 18, 2006.

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Alicia & John Navratil

September 9, 2006

Linda & Family,



May you be comforted to know that others share in your grief over the loss of your father.

Dennis Fringer

August 20, 2006

My thoughts have turned to you and your family. I know what a tough pill it is to swallow whenever your father is no longer there. I hope the love and friendship you recieve now will help it to pass.

Mary Howard

August 20, 2006

What can a sister say about a big brother. He was fun. He was honest. He loved his family above all. He loved to fish and drive his boat. He loved the railroad and just plain loved trains. He loved to play his violin with his children on their own instruments. He named their band the "Butcher Band" because as he said, "they could butcher any song". :) He was full of stories. Always kidding and joking and laughing. He loved his tractor and farming. He loved his life and he lived it his way, always striving to be surrounded by friends and family. He loved his parties and wanted everyone to come and bring a friend. After his first stroke he could no longer play the violin nor talk and tell his stories. However he continued to drive his truck and his boat. He continued to live life to it's fullness with the help of his children. He never gave up! He never gave in. He continued to try to talk and to play his violin to the end. He just refused to give up. He supported his family and he built a home for them. He lived his life. I will always hear him saying, "It don't get any better than this!".

Mrs. Orville D. Richardson

August 18, 2006

My deepest sympathy to your family at this sad time. Although I do not know your family personally, my husband thought very highly of Kenny. Their friendship continued over many years.. He enjoyed visiting in your home and the "jam sessions" and the popcorn shelling.

He had also been a long-time friend of Kenny's Dad. I am sure this is a big loss for your family.

Sandy Morris

August 18, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sandy, Chris, Aja, Alex, and Jacobe

Tom Lynch

August 18, 2006

I will never forget the help Kenny provided me while working for the railroad in Decatur. He was honest, fair and a good friend. My thoughts are with the family.

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