Born Feb. 27, 1931, in Camargo Township, Madeleine was the daughter of Jacob and Mary Cler. She married Earl "Pete" Schweighart on Sept. 22, 1951, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pesotum.

Madeleine is survived by her son, Gary (Cathy) Schweighart of Savoy; two grandchildren, Richard (Caitlin) Schweighart of Winfield and Nicole (Robert) McIntosh of Monticello; and three great-grandchildren, Josephine, Madalyn and Gemma.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl, and daughter, Rebecca Schweighart.

In her early years of marriage, Madeleine worked for the Farm Bureau before dedicating herself to homemaking. She and Pete built a cherished cabin on Lake Sara in Effingham, which became a beloved retreat for family and friends.

A devoted member of St. Matthew Catholic Church, Madeleine actively participated in the Altar and Rosary Society.

Madeleine served as a village trustee in Savoy from May 1979 to May 1991. Her commitment to community service extended to her work at the Catholic Worker House, where she provided meals and support to those in need. She also served as an election judge for Champaign County for 25 years.

Private burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery, Pesotum. A memorial Mass will be held at St. Matthew Catholic Church on Tuesday, Aug. 5, at 11 a.m.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate staff at Maple Point Supportive Living Center and the Piatt County Nursing Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Daily Bread Soup Kitchen of Champaign.

Condolences may be offered at morganmemorialhome.com.

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Published by The News-Gazette on Aug. 1, 2025.

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Ellen Fondren

August 1, 2025

When we moved to Savoy Madeleine and Pete lived on the same street that we moved to. They quickly became friends and Madeleine would walk around the circle in the evening. I joined her many time and we would laugh and talk all around the block. She was a very good and faithful friend. When we moved to Florida I would always go and visit with her when we would come back. Madeleine was a wonderful friend and I know she was loved by many friends. May the wonderful memories and the love of family carry you threw this time of sorrow.

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