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Gary Tweddale Obituary
WASHINGTON - Gary L. Tweddale, 76, of Washington, Ill., formerly of Metamora, Ill., passed away at 3:30 a.m. Sunday, March 2, 2014, at UnityPoint Health-Proctor, with his family by his side.
Gary was born on Dec. 9, 1937, to Charles D. and Bernice (Wineteer) Tweddale in Peoria, Ill. He married Patricia Kimberlin on May 21, 1961.
He was preceded in death by both parents.
Surviving are his wife, Patricia of Washington; and their son, Scott (Tari) Tweddale of Champaign, Ill.
Gary was raised in Washburn, Ill., and lived most of his adult life in Metamora, Ill.
He worked at Hallmark Fixtures, a division of Hallmark Cards, for 37 years, retiring in 1993. He later worked part time as a driver for Mangold Ford-Mercury in Eureka, Ill.
He was a member of Metamora Christian Union Church in Metamora, Ill.
Gary enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family. He was an avid fan of 1950s-era cars.
The family would like to express their gratitude to OSF Home Health Care.
Funeral services will be on Thursday, March 6, 2014, at 11 a.m. at Metamora Christian Union Church in Metamora, with the Rev. Gary Salm officiating. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Mason Funeral Home Metamora Chapel. Burial will be in Linn-Mt. Vernon Cemetery in Washburn, Ill.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Metamora Christian Union Church or the Washington Fire Department and Rescue Squad.
Online condolences to the family may be given at www.masonfuneralhomes.com.
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for Gary Tweddale
March 6, 2014
Pat,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Scott. I always enjoyed talking with Gary when our families got together.
Sincerely, Debbie (Diveley) Kenny
Dick Pacey
March 5, 2014
Sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was a good friend many years ago. Our prayers are with you Pat and Scott.
Dick and Jane Pacey
Tom Tweddale
March 5, 2014
Pat and Scott, our sympathies go out to you. Gary and I had some great times together. He was a cousin who will be missed.
March 4, 2014
Pat and Scott, you have our sympathy on the passing of Gary. You are in our prayers.
Floyd and Marlene Boeker
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March 4, 2014
Pat and Scott I'm sorry for your loss. Gary and I had a lot of coffee breaks together I won't be able to come to the services because I'm in texas. Gene Kennedy
John Pretty
March 4, 2014
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John and Jane
March 4, 2014
Pat, So sorry to hear of Gary,s passing. Our condolences to you and your family. We are in Florida or I would have been there to offer sympathy in person. Anna and Jerry Taylor Germantown Hills, Il
Tracey Genovese (Appel)
March 4, 2014
Pat, I am so sorry to hear about your husband. My thoughts & prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Ron & Kay Cook
March 4, 2014
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the Tweddale Family in the loss of Gary.
May The Lord Comfort You.
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