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Frank Ladd Obituary
LINCOLN — Frank B. Ladd, 96, of Lincoln and formerly of Jacksonville passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020, at St. Clara's Rehab and Senior Center in Lincoln.
Frank Bernard Ladd was born on Jan. 18, 1924, in Chicago, the son of Frank A. Ladzikowski and Ethel Eckleman Ladzikowski. He was united in marriage to Nancy Lewis on Dec. 15, 1956, in Des Plaines. She preceded him in death on Feb. 27, 2015, in Lincoln.
Mr. Ladd is survived by his sons, Geoffrey Ladd of Illinois and Thomas Ladd of Florida.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Ladd on Feb. 27, 2015, and his sister, Mary Ellen Ladd, on Aug. 26, 2015.
He graduated from St. Mary's Training School in Des Plaines and the University of Chicago. He then served in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II, stationed in Okinawa.
He was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville.
He owned Ladd Model Works and Ladd Publications, which produced products and publications for model railroaders and stamp collectors. He was a journalist for the Jacksonville Area Showcase, Jacksonville Journal-Courier, State Journal-Register and Fairfield Publications including Women's Wear Daily and Supermarket News.
A private graveside service for Frank and Nancy Ladd will be Friday, Sept. 18, 2020, at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield. The Rev. Adam R. Quine of First Presbyterian Church of Lincoln will deliver the eulogy. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville or First Presbyterian Church of Lincoln. Peasley Funeral Home in Lincoln is assisting the family.
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David and Wanda Tiffany
September 15, 2020
Geoffrey and family, we send our sympathy at the loss of your father. We remember both of your parents as part of our church family at Jacksonville Presbyterian, and send our condolences to you. Prayers and sympathy, from David and Wanda Tiffany
Nancy Harrell Carls
September 14, 2020
Tom
This is Nancy Harrell Carls I so sorry to hear about your father.
You were a friend of my brothers and visited our home on Routt Street many years ago....
Sending prayer so sorry for your loss.
Nancy Harrell Carl’s
Bob Wise
September 12, 2020
Geoff,
I am saddened to hear about your dad passing. Praying for the Holy Spirit to give you peace and understanding during this time of loss. God Bless you.
Diane Hollendonner
September 11, 2020
Very sorry to learn that Frank has passed away. We had some great conversations about stamps, stamp collecting, writing, Jacksonville events. He and Nancy were always so interesting. Loved her artwork, especially the first-day covers...and cats. Thankful to have known them both.
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