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Walt GUDGEL Obituary

Walt Gudgel

PAWNEE, IL - Walt Gudgel, 62, passed away at 9:27 p.m., Monday, Sept. 30, 2013, at Memorial Medical Center.

Walt was born Sept. 21, 1951, in Springfield, the son of Charles and Virginia Piper Gudgel. He married Marlene Scroggins on Dec. 9, 1972, in Springfield.

Walt was employed by Capitol Ready Mix for 20 years. He was known for being dedicated to his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, David Gudgel; one sister, Doris Morgan; and aunt and uncle, Eugene and Doris Colvin.

He is survived by his wife, Marlene of Pawnee; one son, Walter (wife, Linda) Gudgel of Pawnee; two daughters, Samantha L. Donahue and Sabrina K. (husband, Chaz) Otken, both of Pawnee; eight grandchildren: Sean, Virginia, Stormie, Chelsey, Dallas, Chase, Alexandria and Lucas; and siblings: Charles (wife, Connie) Gudgel of Pawnee, Carl Gudgel of Springfield, and Linda Smith of Springfield.

Visitation: Family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 3, 2013, at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.

Family and friends will gather at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home on Friday, Oct. 4, 2013, at 9:30 a.m. prior to processing to Calvary Cemetery in Pawnee for burial with Celebrant Judy Woerner officiating.

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Published by The State Journal-Register on Oct. 2, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Walt GUDGEL

16 Entries

Kurt Netznik II

October 3, 2013

What can I say about my uncle. I true gentleman that would always be there for you at a drop of a hat. A easy going attitude that all should take notice. For the life you lived, I admire you. My only wish is that more people were like you. The world would be a WHOLE lot better place to live. With a saddened heart I bid thee farewell. I know that your legacy will live on in all of us. Until we meet again. Your nephew Kurt II <3

Rachael Netznik

October 3, 2013

Goodbye Uncle Walt. I will miss you for all my years. You could always make me laugh with your great sense of humor. I will miss your jokes. You were an awesome husband and father. Your signant role in this family could and would never be replace. You are finally at peace and the suffering is over. Until we meet again. I love you and miss you so much.

Mark Scroggins

October 2, 2013

To my brother Walt thank you for helping me be the person I am today you where like a father to me all my life I love and will miss you for the rest of my life till we meet again

October 2, 2013

Walt was just an outstanding person to work with in Pawnee, and contributed to the success of the restart of the Ready-Mix Concrete Plant in 1990 .My sincere condolences.. Paul Barker

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Sharon Beegle

October 2, 2013

So sorry for your loss. If you need anything just let us know. The Beegle Family

Eric Netznik

October 2, 2013

Marlene,Walter Jr.,Samatha,Sabrina,and ALL 8 Grandchildren-Sean,Virginia,Stormie,Chelsey,Dallas,Chase,Alexandria,and Lucas-Siblings:Charles Gudgel;brother,Carl Gudgel;brother,and Linda Smith;sister-"As of Monday evening ,September30,2013,a Beacon of Light and LOVE ,now shines down from Heaven,from a Man named "Walt Gudgel",who will be remembered eternally, as the man who was a 'REAL Brother'-Great father-and Outstanding Friend that brought Life and laughter to our Hearts and Souls each and every day of our lives! My condolences go out to all of his Family,friends , and Acquaintances,in this time of sorrow for the loss of our leader in this Family! May you rest in PEACE,my friend, for I am assured that you have now heard the words of our Lord Jesus Christ,"Well DONE, My GOOD and Faithful Servant"! Walt and I have known each other since 1971,and I must say he was an OUTSTANDING Individual, who on many an occasion,brought out the best in every person or thing he ever touched,here on Earth! I look forward,towards the day, when Walt comes back to earth,to be re-united with all of us, to stand Victorious, with all the Saints and Souls ,called home early, by Our Lord and Savior,as well as those who are remaining, to be caught up together ,to meet with Christ in the clouds above us! Carry on, my Friend and brother in arms, Walt Gudgel,we WILL meet again,sooner than most think ,but not later than your return,to BE with US all again!Amen!

Frank and Jackie Kohlrus

October 2, 2013

Marlene and Family, we are very sorry to hear of Walt's passing. Frank is grateful that he got to spend time with his dear friend a couple of weeks ago, and as usual Walt was smiling and joking. One of Frank's fondest memories of you two, was the pizza on your special night.
Love to you all.

Debbie Wolff

October 2, 2013

Marlene, family & extended families: I am deeply sorry for your loss. Walt was such a jokester & truly a nice person. I know all of you will miss him, but remember his presence will always be with you! Until you meet again, I pray that God will give you peace.

Beth Campbell

October 2, 2013

Wally, Lance & I send you and your family our deepest condolences. May you find peace in the knowledge that he is at rest now.

Beth & Lance Campbell

Mike and Maria McCloughan

October 2, 2013

So sorry to hear of Walts passing. Our hearts go out to his family.

Rainie Iocca

October 2, 2013

Walt & I were in the same class at St. Aloysius Grade School. Condolences to his family and friends. God bless.

October 2, 2013

I am so very sorry to hear about Walt. He was always nice to me and he loved his family. He will be missed by many. You now have another angel looking out for all of you. God be to you all at this time.

Rodney, Kayla and family

Kurt Netznik

October 2, 2013

Walt is AND always be a true friend to many.
I always admired him and truly love him as a brother.
he'd give a total stranger the shirt off hisback if needed.
Rest my friend and reap the LORD"S blessings at your home, ineternity with all GOD'S chosen.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jill Netznik

October 2, 2013

I was so sorry to hear Walt had passed. My heart goes out to his family and friends. Heaven now has a special Angel

haley mccarty

October 1, 2013

i miss you uncle walt!!!!!!!!!!!

Cheryl Netznik

October 1, 2013

We had a lot of good times I could not have asked for a better brother-in-law you were always there when I needed you no matter how far away, you would always come save the day. You where a good husband to my sister and a good father she could not have done better. I will miss your joking and always seeing that smile on your face even though we knew you didn't feel like smiling . You gave a hell of a fight. But now it is time to rest no more suffering no more pain until we meet again old friend . We love you and will always miss your smiling face and your witty humor for the rest of our days . Love you walt always. Big "C"

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