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1933
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2014
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Richard Toohey Obituary
Richard "Dean" Toohey
MT. PULASKI - Richard "Dean" Toohey, 81, of Mt. Pulaski, IL passed away at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, IL on December 17, 2014, at 4:38 p.m.
He was born March 19, 1933, in Oakford, IL the son of John M. and Anna (Brauer) Toohey. He was married to Lola Lounsberry on July 12, 1958, who survives.
Also surviving are his children: Michael (Kathy) Toohey, Susan (Jeff) Clements and Emily (Mike) Oberreiter; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Drusila Easley of Rochester, MN.
Dean was preceded in death by his parents and his brother.
Dean was a lifelong farmer, 43 year member of the Logan County Zoning Board of Appeals, member of The American Legion Post #447 and lifetime member of VFW Post 777. He served in the Navy from 1952-1954 aboard the USS Aucilla. He was also a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church.
Services for Dean will be at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, December 20, 2014, at Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Home in Mt. Pulaski with Rev. Dean Follis officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 P.M. on Friday evening at Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Home in Mt. Pulaski. Burial will be at Steenbergen Cemetery in Mt. Pulaski with full military rites accorded by the Mt. Pulaski American Legion Post #447.
Memorial donations may be made in Dean's name to: The Mt. Pulaski American Legion Post #447.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Toohey
December 28, 2014
Lola-Please accept my condolence on Dean's passing.Our family lived "across the field" near Oakford. When I was ill one summer as a teenager Dean loaned all his Hardy Boys books to read.My brother Dick ,who passed away recently, idolized Dean as he was growing up and always thought fondly of him. Sincerely Don Shawgo
Tara Davis
December 23, 2014
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Such a kind man. I always enjoyed visiting with him at the bank. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.
December 21, 2014
Dear Lola and family: So sorry for your
great loss. Dean was a fine person and
know he will be missed. Heaven's gain
is our loss. May our Lord comfort and
sustain you. Pat Straumann
Kim Hauck
December 21, 2014
Thank you for allowing me to take care of him his last two nights! He was truly a joy! He is one of the reasons I love being a nurse thank you so much for letting me take care of you Mrs. Toohey and Im so sorry for your loss. I can see the love of your family and that is the sweetest gift! Peace to you and thank you again for the opportunity to take care of Mr. Toohey.
December 21, 2014
So sorry to learn of Dean's passing. He was a great person. We enjoyed our association with him and your family over the years. Our sympathy to you and your entire family during this difficult time.
Phil and Helen Deverman
Joy Williams
December 20, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. The first image that comes to mind when remembering Dean is a large and welcoming smile. The trips to Mt. Pulaski to visit the Toohey family when in Illinois have always been delightful and Dean certainly helped make sure that was so. Please know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time. Joy Williams and Todd Smyth
Craig & Julie Arrighetti
December 20, 2014
Please accept our heartfelt condolences for the loss of Dean. We will always cherish the memories of our visits to the farm...especially when Nick was little and Dean took him in the combine during the harvest. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
JoAnne (Toohill) Horcharik
December 20, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Susan and David Kmiec
December 19, 2014
Papa Dean was loved by all who knew him, he will be missed. Much love to all. Susan and David Kmiec
December 19, 2014
Today we got a phone call from Tom Toohill and learned the very sad news for your family. Our thoughts and prayers are all for you. We are so happy for the love and support we know each of you will have for the others. Dean loved and was so proud of his family---a gift you will have and cherish forever. Ann & Harry Williams
December 19, 2014
So sorry to read of Dean's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you Lola.
Donna Traxler
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20
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