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Eula Ihnen Obituary
Eula G. Jenkins
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Eula G. Jenkins Ihnen, daughter of James and Blanche Alkire Jenkins, died Sunday, January 30, 2011, peacefully in Mattoon.
She was born August 6, 1917 in Springfield. She grew up in Springfield and worked for Brigham Young University in Provo, UT and the U of I in Champaign. She was a seamstress for both JC Penny Drapery and Sally's Bridal Shop.
Eula was an avid gardener. She was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints where she had many friends. She loved to travel and having her family around her.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ernest "Pete" Ihnen; two brothers, Vernon and Lloyd and granddaughter, Lisa.
She is survived by her daughter, Karen (Allan) Newman; granddaughters, Kristin (Mike) Moncel, Michelle Hartbank and Stephanie (Todd) Smith; six great-grandchildren, Skyler, Payton, Gibson, Brock, Taylor and Summerlyn; brother, James Jenkins; two sisters, Muriel (Gordon) Bywater and Betty (Ivan) Tidwell. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and their families. She was loved by all and we will miss her.
Family will receive friends from 10:00 until the time of the funeral ceremony at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 4, 2011 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 3601 Buckeye Dr., Springfield.
Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.
The family of Eula G. Jenkins Ihnen is being served by Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield
Please visit Eula's online life story at www.butlerfuneralhomes.com to offer your condolences.
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Sue Lake
February 5, 2011
Aunt Eula was such a beautiful and pleasant person to be around. I will never forget her. We all had some good ole times together out at Pa Jenkins farm. I know she loved going there. She will be greatly missed by me and all who knew and loved her.
RIP Aunt Eula Love you
Susan Sidener-Cook
February 4, 2011
I hadnt seen eula in over 50 years. but so many memories of my childhood growing up from her across the street on Glenwood. May her family find comfort at this time.Especially Karen and family
Dpuglas Cates
February 3, 2011
Doug mowed for Eula from 1986 until 2007, when he retired. He always enjoyed working for her as she was such a pleasant person and good to him. She always made sure she gave him (and our son, when he helped) a soda.
I went with him several times and would sit and visit with her. We always had such nice talks. She was a very nice and pleasant person. She will be missed.
Doug and Karen Cates; Springfield, IL
February 3, 2011
Sister Eula was a joy to be around. She was never without a sweet smile and a kind word for everyone she met. She and I were visiting teaching companions for about 4 years and we never missed a single month. We had several "trying" visits but felt good about doing what we could. I will miss her greatly. Look forward to seeing her again. Ruth Hemphill
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February 3, 2011
Sister Eula was a joy to be around. Always smiling, very sweet person. I had the privilege of being her visiting teacher many years ago. We always had a good visit and warm friendship. I will miss her, but then, we shall meet again. Nadia Vargas, Springfield, IL
Eileen Risley
February 3, 2011
Sister Eula Ihnen was a wonderful lady who always had a smile on her face. She was willing to share starts of her plants to others. I have some of her Iris's planted at my home. What a positive and uplifting woman she has been.
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