Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
About
FUNERAL HOME
John Hadden Obituary
SADORUS - John Hadden, 81, of Davenport, Fla., formerly of Sadorus, passed away Thursday (Oct. 5, 2023) at home.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 12, at Freese Funeral Home, Tolono, with the Rev. Gail Meyers officiating. Burial will be in Craw Cemetery, Sadorus. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11, at the funeral home.
Mr. Hadden was born Aug. 26, 1942, in Urbana, a son to William and Helen Timbrook Hadden. He married Wanda McConaha in 1968 at the Sadorus Methodist Church, and she survives.
Also surviving are a daughter, Angela Marie (David) Barre of Monticello; three grandchildren, Kayla Kresin of Davenport, Victoria (Remer) Letchworth of Lakeland, Fla., and Danielle Barre of Monticello; five great-grandchildren, Taylor, Jessie, Oliver, and Owen Letchworth, all of Lakeland, and Silas Miller of Davenport; and his brother, Lyle (Betty) Hadden of Blytheville, Ark.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
John spent most of his life farming. While farming, he spent approximately 50 years on the Sadorus volunteer fire department. He also spent many years being on the Chain Gang for Unity High School football. He also served on the Craw Cemetery Board, Sadorus Township Board, Elevator Board, and he loved to garden, whether it was vegetables or flowers.
He loved all his family dearly; he loved all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren so much.
Memorials may be made to the Sadorus volunteer fire department or the Unity High School athletic department. Condolences may be made at freesefh.com.
Memories and Condolences
for John Hadden
Heather Amenda
October 2, 2024
The 1st anniversary of a passing is always the hardest. My love and sympathy goes out to his family.
William Sadorus
October 13, 2023
Well it started at the ripe age of 6 in a garage on the curve in Sadorus when he would make it point to attend my haircuts at Henners Barber shop he knew I was gonna throw a fit . He helped dad quite a lot at the shop driving etc. This graduated me a few years later to seeing the smooch of a lifetime as ring boy at the wedding . Quite an event I must say . Evening coffee talks .. Lots of Memories . My Condolences to all you guys .
Carolyn Long
October 11, 2023
I am so very sorry to hear of John's death. My prayers are with your family.
Ivan Sherburn
October 11, 2023
John was a good friend. We spent a lot of time together in the 30 years I spent in Sadorus I will miss him and the good times we had together. He was generators to a fault. Very hard worker. He worked for me at the water district for several years was always reliable and competent very knowledgeable and quick learner, easy to train always willing to pitch in and help. We had. Lot of good times together.
Deborah Tempel
October 8, 2023
Hi John was my step uncle it been many yrs I haven't talk to him i didn't get to know him I wish I could have. John I hope you find your mom Grandma schum and your dad and the rest of the family rip john God bless you ❤
Deborah Tempel
October 8, 2023
Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results
Make a Donation
in John Hadden's name
Memorial Events
for John Hadden
How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor John Hadden's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
