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1944
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2025
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Annette Cokley Obituary
Born: January 15, 1944
Died: March 30, 2025
Annette Cokley born January 15, 1944, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025.
She is survived by her sons, Bernie and Larry; daughters, Natalie Howie (Budnik), Melissa Kennamer (Budnik) and Debbie Garzanelli (Budnik); brother, Robert Cokley; and sister, Sandra Hiles.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Violet Olsen; father, Lawrence Cokley; sister, Janice Cokley; and son, Kevin Budnik.
Annette was a proud grandmother to 16 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Though life's challenges resulted in distance between her and her family, her memory will forever remain with those she leaves behind.
A private service will be held in her honor. In lieu of flowers her family requests a donation to Illinois Valley PADS be made in her name.
The online guest book may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.ottawafuneralhome.com
Ottawa Funeral Home & Crematory
1111 LaSalle St, Ottawa Illinois 61350
815-433-0300
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