Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1930
DIED
2020
FUNERAL HOME
Maxine Foehrkalb Obituary
EDWARDSVILLE — Maxine Lois Foehrkalb, 89, of Edwardsville, Illinois, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2020, at her residence. She was born Oct. 5, 1930, in Hamel, Illinois, the daughter of the late Alfred and Sophia (Daube) Schaefer.
Maxine is survived by her husband of 69 years, Charles "Chuck" Foehrkalb. They were married on Jan. 26, 1951, at Eden United Church of Christ in Edwardsville.
She is also survived by her two daughters, Susan Murphey and husband James of Coronado, Panama, and Marsha Locus and husband John of Collinsville, Illinois; a son, Gregory Foehrkalb and wife Deborah of Staunton, Illinois; three grandsons, Preston Foehrkalb and wife Claire of O'Fallon, Illinois, Christopher Locus and wife Ashley of Warrenville, Illinois, and Matthew Locus and wife Courtney of Edwardsville; three great-grandsons, Carter and Caleb Foehrkalb, and Henry Locus; and one brother Richard Schaefer of Edwardsville.
She was preceded in death by two sisters, Margaret Fagan and Elvira Utechtt. Maxine worked for Jerry Bilicke State Farm in Edwardsville for many years.
There will be no visitation and a private family service will be held at a later date.
She was cremated according to her wishes. Weber & Rodney Funeral Home in Edwardsville is in charge of arrangements.
Condolences may be expressed online at weberfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Maxine Foehrkalb
2 Entries
April 6, 2020
So sorry to read of Mrs. Foehrkalb's passing. My prayers are with you and your family.
Ron Young
Edward Schultz
April 6, 2020
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
Make a Donation
in Maxine Foehrkalb's name
Memorial Events
for Maxine Foehrkalb
How to support Maxine's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Maxine Foehrkalb's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
