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1927
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2019
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Florence Illich Obituary
1927 ~ 2019
Montgomery, TX
The family of Florence Stone Illich, age 92, has lost a very important part of their lives on Monday, June 10, 2019. Mrs. Illich will be missed by not only her family, but also those many people that she interacted and touched the hearts of as a teacher of music; violinist for orchestras and symphonies, as well as celebrities, from Biloxi, MS, to Pensacola, FL; mentor to those who looked to her for advice, young and old; and, creatively assisting the homeless with crocheting afghans. She loved nature in its entirety and could sit for hours watching and questioning everything around her.
Florence is survived by her husband, John B. Illich; her two sisters, Esther Jones and Arlan Martin; her daughters and daughter-in-law, Cynthia Zona, Alysse Kaapke, Lyle Hayes, Stephanie Sewell and Judy Illich; as well as grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A private service will be held.
The family suggests donations to the American Heart Association in her memory.
The Howard Avenue Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home was honored to have served the Illich family.
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Pahl Moore
June 20, 2019
I'm so sorry to have read this after the fact. I adored Mr. John and Miss Florence like my own parents, but lost contact with them after they left the cost shortly after Katrina. They filled in for my parents to be grandparents to my daughters. I miss them so much as neighbors and friends. Their advice was always spot on, and they taught me so much about the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
We miss you!
T D
June 19, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. As time passes may you find peace in the memories you share, and comfort from the hope that God is close to the broken-hearted.
American Heart Association
June 18, 2019
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes
June 18, 2019
We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.
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