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Patricia Lamb Biloz

1930 - 2014

Patricia Lamb Biloz obituary, 1930-2014, Virginia, IL

BORN

1930

DIED

2014

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Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home - Jacksonville Chapel

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Jacksonville, Illinois

Patricia Biloz Obituary

Patricia Lamb Biloz, 84, of Atlanta, GA, died peacefully in the presence of her family on Wednesday, April 23, 2014.

She was born to the late Langdon and Elizabeth Lamb on March 17, 1930, in Johnson City, NY.

After receiving her BA and teaching degree, Pat went on to graduate from Syracuse University in 1959 with an MA in social work. Pat married the late Michael Biloz in 1952, and they lived together for 27 years in Jacksonville, IL, before retiring to North Fort Myers, FL in 1992.

Pat was a teacher, college admissions counselor at Stephens College and guidance counselor at Jacksonville High School and Turner Junior High until she retired. She was passionate about making a difference in the lives of her children, students and her community. Pat and Mike founded the Morgan County, Illinois chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) in 1983. Pat received recognition, honors and awards for numerous humanitarian acts and academic distinctions.

Pat was an active member of the Trinity Episcopal Church and Kiwanis Club in Jacksonville, served on various academic and social committees and literary clubs and was a volunteer reader for the blind in N. Fort Myers. She loved to travel, taking many trips worldwide with her husband. Pat also enjoyed participating in her children’s numerous sports and extracurricular activities.

Pat is survived by three children, David Michael Biloz and Ann Biloz Raach of Atlanta, GA, and John Langdon Biloz of Wonder Lake, IL; her brother, Robert Lamb, of Truth or Consequences, NM; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Stephen P. Biloz.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in memory of Patricia L. Biloz to the Stephen P. Biloz Memorial Scholarship Fund at MacMurray College or to the National Parkinson Foundation at the addresses below.

• Office of Institutional Advancement, MacMurray College, 447 East College Ave., Jacksonville, IL 62650

• National Parkinson Foundation, Gift Processing Center, PO Box 5018 Hagerstown, MD 21741-5018

A burial service will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 17, 2014, at Diamond Grove Cemetery in Jacksonville, IL. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Pat’s life at 8:00 p.m. at Muggsy’s in Jacksonville, southeast of the square at 230 S. Mauvaisterre Street. Condolences may be left online at www.buchanancody.com.
Published by Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home - Jacksonville Chapel on May 2, 2014.

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Sheola Farquharson

May 13, 2014

Mrs. Biloz was always around to give me a sarcastic joke whenever we had a chance to talk about current events. She was always a joy and she will be missed!

Sarah Kelty-Besier

May 11, 2014

The loss of a loved one is always hard. I hope knowing your mom is painless and free now brings you comfort. I really enjoyed the time I spent with both your parents in Ft. Myers. Their spirits are now dancing together again. Praying that love, joy for celebration of Pat's life, and that she brought a Fabulous Daughter and Sons into this world brings you peace. Sending much love and hugs to all from Texas.

Douglas Nestlehutt

May 10, 2014

Mrs. Biloz was loved dearly by all of us here. We will miss her. My sincere condolences to the entire family.

Steve Patterson

May 6, 2014

Sorry to hear about the death of Mrs. Biloz. She was a wonderful person. Prays to the family.

Barbara Vining

May 6, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of my aunt's passing. She was very special to me as was her husband, Uncle Mike. May she rest in peace.

Doug Nault

May 4, 2014

Pat Biloz was a bright spot in the lives of all who knew her. I remember so well the way she cared for me as a person, not just a name on a list of kids. I have recently tried to find her to say thank you for the impact she had on my life, and am sad that I didn't get that done. God bless her family as they cherish her memory. A grateful student, Doug Nault

Suzi and Don Armstrong (Lukeman)

May 3, 2014

We send condolences and a hello to the family. Our memories of Mrs. Biloz from JHS are all lovely.

Gaylan Rosenberger Sabin

May 2, 2014

On behalf of my parents, the late Al and Georgiana Rosenberger, I am sending my deepest condolences to the family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

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