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Melodie Eagle Obituary
Mel was born on August 24, 1948 in Galesburg, Illinois to Samuel and Beverly (Daniels) Tucker.
She married Willard "Butch" Kimler in June, 1967. Together they had 2 daughters: Tracie Kimler-Peterson (Mike Alford) and Annette (Charlie) Sams.
She later married Bradley "Brad" Eagle in June, 1980. He brought 2 more daughters to the family: Lisa Bohannan and Melisa Eagle.
Mel is survived by her daughters, grandchildren; Jeremy (Molly), Lacy, James, Ava (Jordan), Rachel (Kyle), Alivia (Jacob), Tucker (Gracie), Calvin, Lorin (Gionna), Michael, Lewis; 6 great grandsons and 2 great granddaughters; Siblings: Diana Biddle and William "Bill" (Gale) Tucker; Mother-in-law Lola Mohr, sister-in-law Cheryl Koeritz, and brother-in-law Richard "Rick" (Ruth) Eagle; along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Mel was preceded in death by her husband Brad, parents, and in-laws: Delbert and Kay Eagle, and Wayne Mohr.
Mel graduated from Williamsfield High School in 1966. She worked at Gale Products until they closed in the mid 1980's. She then worked at Knox County Nursing Home until her retirement.
She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She and Brad enjoyed traveling with friends and spending time at the lake swimming and fishing. Mel also enjoyed playing softball and bowling. Mel was an avid Chicago Cubs fan; watching them on TV and going to Wrigley Field when able.
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 3, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Home & Crematory in Knoxville, Illinois. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Williamsfield United Methodist Church in Williamsfield, with a graveside service following at the Williamsfield Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Williamsfield United Methodist Church (UMC). On-line condolences or expressions of sympathy may be made through www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhomes.com
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Upcoming Events
Apr
3
Visitation
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Home - Knoxville
120 S. Public Square, Knoxville, IL 61448
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsApr
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Funeral service
10:00 a.m.
Williamsfield United Methodist Church
430 N Chicago St, Williamsfield, IL 61489
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Homes - KnoxvilleOnly 3 days left for delivery to next service.