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Lona Robinson, 80, of Bloomington passed away at 6:51 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at the McLean County Nursing Home in Normal. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 21st at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bloomington. Memorial Contributions may be directed to David Davis Mansion- Sarahs Garden, Friends of BCPA, OSF Hospice, or to St. John’s Lutheran Church.
Lona was born on September 25, 1942 in Peoria, IL a daughter of Herman and Katherine (Kriete) Ehlen.
She is survived by her daughter Christine (Robert) Malerk, and two grandsons Robert and Dillion Malerk. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Arnold, and two sisters Margaret and Linda.
Lona was a 4th grade teacher and a substitute teacher. She also worked at Von Maur and retired from Bergners. Lona was a very avid birdwatcher and loved to work in her garden. In her free time, she volunteered at BCPA, became a Master Gardener, walked her dog, and attended many of her grandsons activities. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
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Barbara Furkin
May 25, 2024
Lona will always be remembered. Fun to be with. Great intelligence. Barb & Don Furkin
Heidi Tanner
June 7, 2023
She was such a beautiful, kind soul. Always loved family gatherings and visiting with her. She loved all of her nieces and nephews dearly - and we all loved her! She can now be with her parents, sisters and brother in heaven.
Barbara furkin
June 4, 2023
Lona was very intelligent and like to have fun. My deepest sympathy to her family. God bless them during their loss. Don and Barbara furkin.
Judy Harris
June 2, 2023
My heart goes out to the family. I worked with Lona at Bergners. She was a classy lady.
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