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Lucille Duley Obituary
Sringfield, IL—Lucille B. Duley, 98, of Springfield, died at 1:40 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at Memorial Medical Center.
Lucille was born on August 22, 1921 in Pana, the daughter of Pierre Paul and Isabelle (Cousin) Bourgasser.
Lucille graduated from Lanphier High School in 1939. She was a deacon and elder at Third Presbyterian Church in Springfield where she volunteered at church, was a Sunday School teacher since the early 80s and delivered home communion to church members. Lucille worked in the print shop for Franklin Life for over 43 years. She walked three miles daily, liked crossword puzzles, bowling, visiting people in nursing homes, and wrote letters to service men during World War II.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Andrew Bourgasser and Frederick Bourgasser; sisters, Isabelle Bourgasser and Clarice Bressan; niece, Carol Bressan; and nephews, Louis Bressan and James "Jim" Bressan.
She is survived by her nieces, Marilyn (Ron) Woerly of Lincoln, Annette (John) Boxman of Springfield and Sharon (Bill) Wiest of Havana; and nephew, Dr. Gene (Marlene) Bourgasser of Sullivan, IN.
Visitation: Family will receive friends on Thursday, June 25, 2020, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Butler Funeral Home—Springfield, 900 S. 6th Street.
Funeral Ceremony: 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at Butler Funeral Home—Springfield. Illinois COVID-19 guidance will be followed, requiring face coverings and limiting attendance to 10 guests at one time.
Burial will follow at Mound Cemetery in Pana, IL.
Memorial contributions may be made to Third Presbyterian Church, 1030 N. 7th Street, Springfield, IL 62702.
The family is being served by Butler Funeral Home—Springfield, 900 S. 6th Street, Springfield, IL.
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Dick ( Richard) Meddish
June 17, 2022
At Franklin Life, Lucy and I worked in departments that were side by side. I always marveled at the way she could move large piles of paper into a paper cutter to make them the correct size for printing. We only work a short time together back in 1950 until I joined the Navy January of 52, but we correspond annually until her death. I always called her my "Cuz." Dick Meddish, Bend, Oregon
Dick Meddish
January 5, 2021
When I did not hear from Lucy again this year, I did a computer search and found her obituary from June. We worked together at Franklin Life Ins. Co. Lucy. (we call each other "Cuz" for cousin) did not take friendships lightly. We corresponded ever since 1952 when I joined the Navy. She was a faithful friend, and I will miss Lucy and her letters. I am mailing a memorial to Third Presbyterian Church. Dick Meddish
James and Susan Cousin
June 23, 2020
We are so sorry to hear of Lucille's passing. What a wonderful example for all of our lives. Her kindness and faithfulness lead the way to what is true and good. I know she will be missed. Gods blessing of peace to all family and friends. The Vincent Cousin Sr. families
Marinda Beccue
June 20, 2020
Im sorry to learn of Lucilles passing. She was a faithful person who kept in touch with my aunt Virginia Stewart. She also visited my aunt and uncle. Dorothy and Elmer Reisch. All members of Third Presbyterian.
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