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Elflora Aikman Obituary
MARION - Elflora Kaeser Aikman, 95, of Marion passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025, in Herrin. Elflora was surrounded by love and family as she was welcomed into Heaven by the Lord and His angels. She loved the Lord, her church and her extended family and many friends.
Elflora was born on July 21, 1929, to John F. Kaeser and Elsa (Weber) Kaeser (formerly of Switzerland) in Marion. Elflora was very proud of her Swiss heritage. She was a lifelong member of Zion United Church of Christ in Marion. She attended Marion schools, graduating from Marion Senior high School in 1947 with many honors.
She married Samuel V. Aikman II, on Dec. 24, 1949. Elflora and Sam had four children, Vicki (Jeff) Hayes, Vance (Marla) Aikman, Valerie Henshaw (deceased), Samuel Vick (Janice) Aikman III, and a bonus daughter, Donna (Dennis) Dare of Swansea. She has six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Elflora was also survived by many other family members and close friends.
Elflora was predeceased by her husband, Sam, after 50 years of marriage; daughter and caregiver, Valerie; twin granddaughter and grandson, Alexis and Brett Aikman; parents; brother and sister-in-law, Dr. John L.R. and Romelle Kaeser; and many other dear friends.
Memorial services for Elflora will be at 10 a.m. Friday, in Zion United Church of Christ, 930 W. Cherry, Marion, IL. Visitation will be from 10 a.m.-noon Friday, June 20, 2025, at the church.
Memorials may be made, with the family's gratitude and thanks, to Zion United Church of Christ, 930 W. Cherry, Marion, IL, 62959; St. Louis Children's Hospital Foundation, P.O. Box 955423, St. Louis, MO 63195-5423; or to the donor's choice.
Meredith Funeral Home in Carbondale assisted the family with arrangements. To leave a story or memory of Elflora visit www.meredithfh.com.a
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Jan Stiritz Johns
May 29, 2025
Sooty to learn of your mother´s passing. She was truly a special lady. May all your wonderful memories of your mother/aunt bring you comfort during this difficult time. My prayers are with you all.
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