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Louis Witherington Obituary
Louis E. Witherington, of Dolton, IL, age 74, died Saturday, Feb. 24, 2007 at St. Margaret Hospital in Hammond, IN. He is survived by his devoted wife of 53 years, Elaine, nee Carlson; beloved mother, Zula Witherington; one son, Dale (the late Barbara, nee Kodat) of Dyer, IN; two daughters, Karen (Richard) Crouse and Kathy (Randy) Bingham both of Manhattan; proud grandfather of Jeremy (Jamie, nee Fulk), Samantha (David) Meyers and Audra, nee Borman, Jennifer (fiance Joseph Macsek), Russell and Sandra Crouse, Brad, Corey and Brooke Bingham; great-grandfather of Jessica, Juliann and baby boy Jacob, Witherington and Hannah and Robby Meyers; dear brother of Maxine (the late Harold) McDonald, LeRoy (Deloris), Bobby (Sue), Ruth (the late John) Cooper and Ellene (Larry) Cooper; fond Uncle of numerous nieces and nephews. Louis served his country proudly with the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was known for his positive attitude and considered to be a "Jack of all trades". His favorite past time was fishing. Memorial services for Louis Witherington will be 7 p.m., Thursday, March 1, 2007 at the Forsythe Funeral Home, Manhattan, IL, Rev. Carl Wagner officiating. Private committal service Friday at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood. The family will be receiving friends Thursday 4 p.m. until time of service. Memorials to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation or JSF Cancer Support Center would be appreciated. Forsythe Funeral Home, 507 S. State Street (Rt. 52), Manhattan, IL 60442. (815) 478-3321
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Jack & Pat Widlowski
February 28, 2007
Dear Elaine, Dale, Karen & Kathy,
Jack & I will always have the fondest memories of Lou. Your loss is great and we extend our sincere sympathy.
Russ and Norma Nelson
February 28, 2007
Dear Elaine, We were very saddened when we heard the news of Lou's passing. We know what a difficult time this is for you, please extend our sympathy to all your family. Lou was a very remarkable person and will be missed by many people.
Jackie & Jeff Maes & Family
February 28, 2007
Kathy, Randy & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
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