David E. Ladage
VIRDEN - David E. Ladage, 59, of Virden, went to be with his Lord Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at his home.
He was born October 18, 1953 in Springfield, the son of Delmar and Betty Braker Ladage. David graduated from Auburn High School in 1971 and from Lincoln land with an Associate's Degree in Agricultural Mechanics. He was employed by Snell Brothers Equipment Company, Virden, Konneker and Brown Equipment Company, and retired from Altofer Cat in Springfield. Trinity Lutheran Church was a very important part of David's Life where he served his Lord in many different capacities. David was also a member of the Macoupin Agricultural Antique Association.
Surviving are one son, Timothy S. Ladage of Springfield; parents, Delmar and Betty of Auburn; three brothers, Weldon (Emma Melinda) Ladage, Brent (Betty L.) Ladage both of Auburn, and Lloyd Ladage of Springfield; several uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, November 19, 2012 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Auburn. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the church with Rev. Richard R. Harre officiating.
Burial will be in Auburn Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, Auburn or the charity of your choice.
Bramley Funeral Home, Auburn, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at
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Delmar, Betty, and the Ladage Family; I am so sorry to hear of your loss and sending you heart felt condolences. May you know the comfort that comes from the Holy Spirit during this time and the days ahead.
Judy Butler
November 17, 2012
I am sorry hear of your loss. My prayers are with you all.
Kathy McConnell
November 16, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories give you comfort at this time of sorrow. The Family of Mark Workman
Beth Workman
November 16, 2012
I was saddened to hear of your loss.
Please know how very sorry I am.
Shirley Worth
November 16, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Ladage families.
Judy Campbell
November 16, 2012
Our prayers are with you
Darrell Lee/Joann Adcock
November 16, 2012
So sorry for you loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Velma and John Ladage
November 16, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the Lord comfort you with wonderful memories of David.
Bob and Evon Fields
November 16, 2012
Our sincere condolensces to the entire family at the loss of David.
Kevin and Denise Sperry
November 16, 2012
Sorry to hear about Dave. God bless your family.
Judy & Chuck Foster
November 16, 2012
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you during this time of sorrow.
The Withers Family
November 16, 2012
For Brent, and the whole Ladage family,out hearts goes out to you. We are so sorry for your loss. I know it is hard to understand, but he is in a better place now for eternity. Our thoughts are prayers are with you.
Bill & Carolyn Bryan
November 16, 2012
george and carol kruse
November 16, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Willie & Linda Gonterman
November 16, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
November 16, 2012
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