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Anna Leman Obituary
EUREKA - Anna M. Leman, 89, of Eureka, Ill., passed away at 4:15 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2013, at the Apostolic Christian Home of Eureka.
She was born on May 14, 1924, in Roanoke, Ill., to Theophilus and Rose Belsley Minger. She married Samuel E. Leman on July 20, 1952, in Roanoke, Ill. He passed away on Feb. 3, 1994.
Surviving are two sons, Ben (Janet) Leman of Congerville, Ill., and Tim (Beth) Leman of Morton, Ill.; two daughters, Cynthia Leman of Eureka, Ill., and Bev (Rich) Bertschi of Eureka, Ill.; three sisters, Margaret (Richard) Weber of Morton, Ill., Ellen Ulrich of Eureka, Ill., and Rachel (Martin) O'Malley of Chicago, Ill.; one brother, Michael (Sharol) Minger of Eureka, Ill.; one sister-in-law, LaRae Minger of Eureka, Ill.; 13 grandchildren, Samuel (Marjorie) Bertschi, Stephen (Susan) Bertschi, Lydia Bertschi, Leah Bertschi, Melissa (Matt) Kaufman, Benji (Kyle) Leman, Olivia (Caleb) Zobrist, Nathaniel Leman, Clinton (Maria) Leman, Michael Leman, TJ Leman, Nicole Leman, Victoria Leman; and 13 great-grandchildren, David, Samantha, Patrick and Benjamin Bertschi, Theo, Charlie and Marie Bertschi, Sophie, Lucy and Amelia Kaufman and Parks, Hudson and Rome Leman.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Samuel; and one sister, Ruth Hodel.
Anna was known for her kind and serving heart. She enjoyed sharing her passion and talent for baking and cooking with others, especially her family. She will be remembered as a godly woman and a loving and faithful wife, mother and grandmother. Her joy was being with her precious family, church and friends. She was a blessing to all who knew her.
Anna was a member of the Roanoke Apostolic Christian Church, where funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 18, 2013. Church ministers will officiate. Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Knapp-Johnson-Harris Funeral Home in Roanoke and from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Friday prior to the services at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Apostolic Christian Home of Roanoke or Eureka.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at knappjohnsonharris.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Anna Leman
Janelle Leman
October 17, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes out to all the Leman families. She meant so much to so many people. I still remember the delicious meals she would cook for the office staffs. Thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
Marge Lindenbaum
October 16, 2013
Smiling, remembering all the good times at Sam and Ann's, and sad remembering our many shared sorrows. Condolences to my cousins - I know how you will miss her. But mostly rejoicing in her Victory in Jesus! Looking forward more and more to that reunion! Love, Marge and fam
October 16, 2013
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your
dear mother. She was sweet and loving and will be missed by all who knew her
We are in Wash DC for the month but please
know that our prayers and thoughts are with you now and in the days to come.
Love in Him
Gene and Evie Hangartner
Jon Fehr
October 16, 2013
Our family is thankful for all that the Leman family has done for us over the years. Ann was a special lady who looked for the good in everyone! Our prayers are with all the family. Rejoice that she is once again with Sam!
Joan Leman Emerson
October 16, 2013
Anna will long be remembered for being a special sister-in-law.
Bob and Teri Massa
October 16, 2013
Ben, Tim, Cindi, and Bev,
Our sincerest condolences and prayers are with you. May you be comforted knowing Anna is in the arms of her loving Lord and God.
Venetia Hill
October 16, 2013
I am so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful lady. I know her friends and family will miss her much but she is reunited with Sam once again. My prayers are with the entire family at this time.
Juliane Wilson
October 16, 2013
Oh Anna I will miss your fun sense of humor! You will be greatly missed and was a pleasure to meet you and share your wisdom.
October 16, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Anna was a wonderful woman and a devoted servant of our Lord. She leaves behind so many good deeds and beautiful memories.
Thomas Brubaker Peoria,IL
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