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1938
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2013
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Kenneth Brem Obituary
Kenneth L. Brem, 74, of Lebanon, Ill., born Sept. 25, 1938, in Belleville, Ill., died Thursday, June 27, 2013 at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Belleville, Ill.
Kenneth was a veteran of the United States Army, retired from Sears after 24 years of service where he worked as a mechanic and upholsterer, and was the owner and operator of Ken Brem Upholstery in Lebanon, Ill. He enjoyed fishing, NASCAR Racing, and classic cars.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Margaret, nee Jones, Brem; and a daughter-in-law, Angela Brem.
Surviving is his wife, Ruth, nee Gilley, Brem; son, Keith Brem of Fairview Heights, Ill.; a daughter, Kaye Brem of Fairview Heights, Ill.; two grandchildren, Kaitlyn Wilson and Reece Brem; a brother, Melvin (Julie) Brem of Fairview Heights, Ill.; and nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends.
God saw he was getting tired
and a cure was not to be.
So He put His arms around you
and whispered, " Come with Me."
With tearful hearts
we watched him fade away.
Although we loved him dearly,
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
hardworking hands to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.
Memorials are appreciated to Hospice of Southern Illinois or the American Cancer Society. Memories and expressions of condolences may be made at www.lakeviewfuneralhm.com
Visitation: Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, July 1, 2013, at Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, Ill.
Funeral: Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, July 2, 2013, at Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview heights, Ill. Interment will be in Lake View Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights, Ill.
LAKE VIEW FUNERAL HOME, Fairview Heights, Ill.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Brem
Dick & Marian Miller
July 1, 2013
Ruth Ann Brem and Family,
Ruth Ann, the strength you have shown throughout Kenny's illness is unmeasurable. God was there with both of you throughout Kenny's illness, and he is there now and forever. May God continue to bless your family.
July 1, 2013
Our prayers and sympathy to all. Kenny was a good man and we pray you will keep those memories close. Our loved ones never die as long as we remember them.
Charles & Pat (Peterson) Merritt
Kathleen A, Wojcik
July 1, 2013
To the Brem Family,
My deepest condolences to all of you. I'm so sorry I'm not there to help you all at this time at Lake View. Kaye, I hope you find peace in your heart and know that your father is at peace now, I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Katie, again I'm sorry I'm not there at the moment, but I hope you will reach out to me if you would like to talk. If you need someone to talk to, I will always guide you the best I can and be here for you during this difficult time.
Again, I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Rita Wilson & Carrie Vargas
June 30, 2013
We wish to offer our heartfelt condolences for your loss. There is a quiet and peaceful place somewhere beyond tomorrow reach out to your family, friends and most importantly God for comfort.
Tracy Martin (Gilley)
June 30, 2013
Ruth Ann, Kaye, Keith, Katie and Reece, You are all in my Thoughts and Prayers..."Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal".
Joe English
June 30, 2013
RIP friend, sympathies to Kenny's family.
gil &marlene deen
June 30, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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