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Ann Garey Obituary
EUREKA - Ann Garey, 67, of Eureka, IL, passed away at 10:02 a.m. on Sunday, August 30, 2020, at her residence.
She was born on November 8, 1952, in Streator, IL, a daughter of Emory and Mildred Schmillen Orth. She married Dennis Garey on March 13, 1971, in Peoria, IL. He survives.
Survivors also include daughter, Shelly (Tim) Henke of Oklahoma City, OK; son, Adam (Danielle) Garey of Bloomington; daughter, Rachael (Erik) Blackmore of rural El Paso; three brothers, Jeff (Susan) Orth of Gulfport, MS, Jerry (Karen) Orth of Fort Walton Beach, FL, and Tom (Tina) Orth of Whiting, NJ; and nine grandchildren, Kurt, Luke, Samuel, Isaac, Jeremy, Esten, Adrienne, Christopher and Jessica.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Ann worked at Goodfield State Bank, Eureka Hospital, Eureka College and Methodist College.
She enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles and visiting the casinos in the area and liked anything with Elvis.
Private family memorial mass will be held at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Eureka. Father Eugene Radosevich will officiate. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Argo-Ruestman-Harris Funeral Home in Eureka is handling arrangements for the family.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke's Catholic Church or Children's Hospital of Illinois Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.argoruestmanharris.com.
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Bernie and Sue Bucher
September 2, 2020
Denny and kids, our deepest sympathy at the loss of Ann. She will never be forgotten. I picture a very special reunion with Millie. May God grant you peace and comfort as you cherish your memories.
Dave and BArb Rankin
September 1, 2020
Denny and family you have our deepest condolance for the loss of Ann. Being friends for so many years and thinking of so many memories of spending weekends at the club and at gatherings or just chatting on the street are always great memories. Ann will be missed always such a smiling face and always have time to say hi. Denny our blessings, gods speed. Dave and Barb Rankin
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