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Mildred I. MCKEAN

1917 - 2014

Mildred I. MCKEAN obituary, 1917-2014, Springfield, IL

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1917

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2014

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Mildred MCKEAN Obituary

Mildred I. McKean

SPRINGFIELD, IL - Mildred I. McKean, 97, of Springfield and formerly of Jacksonville, Ill., died Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2014, at Concordia Village in Springfield.

She was born March 26, 1917, in the Dog Ridge community of Schuyler County, the daughter of Lloyd E. and Mabel Persinger Byers. She married William R. "Bud" McKean on Sept. 1, 1937, in Vandalia, Mo., and he preceded her in death on Jan. 6, 1998.

She is survived by a daughter, Pamela Beck (husband, Dick) of Springfield; two sons, Gerry McKean (wife, Sandra) of Normal and Glenn McKean (wife, Jane) of Jacksonville; five grandchildren: Andrea Markert, Melissa Romanotto, Krista McKean Ferge, Kimberly McKean, and Katherine French; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Laura O'Neal, and three brothers: Lloyd H., Eugene, and Ralph Byers.

Mrs. McKean received a teaching certificate from MacMurray College in 1936 and, at 19 years of age, embarked upon a long career as an elementary teacher beginning in a one-room schoolhouse, north of Jacksonville. She eventually returned to MacMurray College to complete her bachelors degree, graduating in 1964. Concurrent with her teaching, Mildred also served as a bookkeeper for the C.B. Lewis Elevator in Jacksonville. In addition, she served for a period of time as a Morgan County deputy sheriff under Sheriff Hembrough.

Mildred was a dedicated long-time member of Centenary United Methodist Church, where she served many years as the Sunday School treasurer and was a member of the church's Ruth Circle. She was also a devoted volunteer for the Passavant Hospital Gift Shop and the Doorbell Dinner program. In her spare time, she thoroughly enjoyed playing cards with her family and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Dec. 1, 2014, at Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville with burial at Diamond Grove Cemetery in Jacksonville. The family will meet friends at the funeral home from 3-5 p.m. on Sunday.

Memorial gifts are suggested to: Centenary United Methodist Church or Passavant Hospital Foundation.

Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.buchanancody.com.

Published by The State Journal-Register from Nov. 29 to Nov. 30, 2014.
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Pam, Gerry, and Glenn- So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I always looked forward to a conversation with her at family gatherings.

Bill Western

December 4, 2014

Glenn sorry for the loss of your Mother, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Gary & Robyn Bland

December 2, 2014

Gerry, I am so sorry to hear this news. My prayers for comfort and peace are with you and all of your family and just rejoice in knowing that your Mom is a greater place.

Terry Smith

December 1, 2014

The Schlouski's are sorry for your loss, our deepest sympathy and condolences.

TJ Schlouski

December 1, 2014

Pam, Gerry and Glenn-they Byers have been hit hard this year.. So sorry to hear of Your Mother's passing. Will miss hearing from her at Christmas. She was a wonderful lady and a lovely lady. She will be missed. She was the last of the older Byers.

Judy and Jim Snyder

December 1, 2014

Pamela~Gerry~Glenn~and family's~~~~~I will always treasure the time I had with your dear mother . She was my friend and mentor . My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family's during this time of sorrow and loss .

Regina Bartelheim

November 30, 2014

I'm sorry for your loss. My mother, EstaLee Anderson, was so fond of your mother and so enjoyed their get togethers with Mrs. Trull and my Aunt Charlene. Heaven has gained three beautiful angels this year.

Carol Anderson

November 30, 2014

Mildred was a intelligent,kind,and thoughtful person. Budd and Mildred were a great couple.

Larry Plummer

November 29, 2014

Glenn: So sorry to hear of your Mother passing.

Tom Rust

November 29, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Marlene Gillis

November 29, 2014

What a wonderful long life! I have very fond memories of Mildred. Condolences to the family.

Connie Klenke

November 29, 2014

We extend our sympathy to family and friends of Mildred. She was a longtime supporter of our community hospital.

Pam Martin, Passavant Area Hospital Foundation

November 28, 2014

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