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Margaret Heynen Obituary
Margaret (Marge) M. Heynen
Aug. 9, 1930 - May 29, 2023
DECATUR - Margaret (Marge) M. Heynen, 92, died Monday, May 29, 2023, at DMH. She was a lifelong resident of Decatur. She was loved by many and touched many hearts. Her caring heart was her trademark.
Survived by her son, Stephen of Paris, IL; and daughters: Joan (Kevin) Durchholz and Laurie (Rocky) Van Natta; grandchildren: Larry, Kerri, Jennifer, Julie and Hailey; great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
Her husband Lawrence and daughter Mary Kay preceded her in death along with her brothers: George and Robert Midden and her parents.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Evergreen Senior Living Center, Dr. Ahmad and the Staff at DMH Emergency Room.
There will be a funeral Mass at St. James Catholic Church, 742 E Clay Street, Decatur, IL, Friday, June 2, 2023, at 11:00, no visitation, and the burial will be at Calvary Cemetery (2001 North 1st., Springfiled, IL). Central Cremation (110 West Weaver Road, Forsyth, IL) is in charge of funeral arrangements.
Donations may be made to Ss. James and Patrick Church.
Memories and Condolences
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Jeannie Bainbridge
June 13, 2023
Our mom´s went to heaven a day apart, they were the same age, they will be greatly missed by all who knew them, especially their children. Our condolences and empathy to all of you.
Jeannie & Steve Bainbridge
Mary Beth Arndt
June 1, 2023
We lived behind Marge and Larry on Cedar street. Marge talked us into taking Hector, the guinea pig. My boys, Shane and GJ thought Marge was the absolute best
Mary Bobbett and Rose Mitchell
June 1, 2023
So sorry for Marge. She wasn´ t ready to leave. We all loved her at Evergreen. She was a beautiful lady.
Janet Fulk
June 1, 2023
She will be greatly missed. She was a wonderful woman. Prayers to all the family. Janet Fulk
Danmhursh
June 1, 2023
Sorry to hear about Margaret.Pat and I thought so much of her.My thoughts and prayers for her family.May she rest in peace.
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