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Erma Willman Obituary

ERMA JANE WILLMAN (NEE HAHN) CROWN POINT, IN Erma Jane Willman (nee Hahn), age 93, formerly of Crown Point passed away Friday, January 10, 2014. She is survived by her loving children: Jane (Clifford) Duever of St. Louis, MO, Fred (Kathy) Willman Fire Chief of St. John, IN, Phillip Willman of WI and Mary Willman of TX; five grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; brother, Maurice (Bobbie) Hahn; sister, Frances (Rev. Charles) Francis and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Harry O. Willman; son, Mark Willman; and brothers: Norman and Fredrick (late Joyce) Hahn. Erma was a longtime teacher, organist and choir director for various churches and continued to share her musical talents with her friends and students. Visitation Tuesday, January 14, 2014 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. with a funeral service at 7:00 p.m. at the Elmwood Funeral Chapel 11300 W. 97th Lane (1/2 block west of U.S. 41/Wicker Ave. at 97th St.) St. John. Graveside committal service Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at 12:00 noon (EST) at Fairview Cemetery, Mishawaka, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions made to the Chicagoland Christian Village or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. (219) 365-3474 elmwoodchapel.com
Published by The Times from Jan. 13 to Jan. 14, 2014.

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George Michels

January 14, 2014

Fred And Kathy, George And I Are so Sorry For Your Loss, Wow, 93 Years Of Wisdom, Joy And Happy Memories, She Will Always Live On In The Lives She Has Touched. May You Find Peace In Your Fond And Loving Memories. You Have One More Angel Watching Over From Above.

John and Dianne Hemphill

January 14, 2014

Fred and Kathy,
Our condolences to you and your family in your time of sorrow.

Craig Bonneau

January 14, 2014

So sorry to hear of your loss . My prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow .

Deb Yagelski

January 13, 2014

Erma was one of the most wonderful people I have ever known. She gave my daughter, "Becky" (she was the only one who could call her that), piano lessons for 5 years. She was patient and kind and made a lasting impression on my sweet Becca and we will both miss her dearly.

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