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Stella Wilson Obituary
WASHINGTON - Our precious little princess Stella Capri Wilson of Washington passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2009, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
She has become our guardian angel.
For having lived only 3 short years, her life overfilled our hearts with memories to last a lifetime. She came into this world a fighter. Her poor little heart was so broken, but the dedication of the staff at the Children's Hospital of Illinois and the love of family and friends made Stella our miracle. She was strong, loving, and full of life until the end.
Stella was unconditionally loved by her parents, Zach and Cara Wilson of Washington, Ill., and adored by her big sister, Luci. The two of them were inseparable. Any one who was blessed enough to see the two of them together, saw the innocent love and unbreakable loyalty of sisterhood.
We wish we could mention all the lives that have been touched by Stella. She has her proud grandparents, Jerry and Jobie Wilson of Havana, Ill., Mary Jo and Shelby Magee of Astoria, Ill., and Chester Bertolli of Roswell, Ga. Loved ones who spoiled her rotten, Uncles Bo Roddis of Lewistown, Ill., T.J. Wilson of Girard, Ill., Michael Bertolli of Kennesaw, Ga., and Chris Bertolli of St. Petersburg, Fla.; Aunt Kristine Osburn of Kennesaw, Ga., and Kathleen Crosby. Cousins Nate, Tanner and Cooper were always the best playmates. Stella could swing on a swing set for hours and loved to ride her bike beside Luci for miles. All her best friends at Bree's Day Care will miss her goofy faces and her impeccable dress-up style.
Her voice was quiet and her manner shy, but her sweet smile and beautiful blue eyes made her an easy friend. Stella's kind and gentle soul will live within us forever. Having Stella be part of our lives made each of us a better person.
If you wish to carry on her generous heart, please feel free to make a donation to Make a Wish Foundation of Illinois, 640 N. Lasalle Drive, Suite 280, Chicago, IL 60654 or T.O.U.C.H. at 515 NE Glen Oak, Suite 202, Peoria, IL 61603.
Services for Stella will be on Thursday, June 25, at 11 a.m. at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Visitation will be held today, June 24, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Astoria Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stella Wilson
Ryan Parnham
July 3, 2009
Zach and Cara,
Not sure if you remember me, but I was a Nurse Practitioner at Peds Cardiology and got to know Stella and you two soon after she was born and for quite some time after that. She was such a sweet little girl and I'm so sorry for your loss. All who got the chance to know her are so very blessed.
Ryan Parnham
Ryan Southern
June 29, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ryan & Alison Southern
Angie Miller
June 28, 2009
Cara and family
I am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot begin to describe my feeling for you or what you are going through. All of my prayers are with your family at this time. I can only imagine all the smiles she put on your face through her short life and all the memories you guys have. If there is anything I can do for you and your family please let me know.
God Bless you
Angie Miller (Aguirre)
June 26, 2009
We love you Stella and we will miss you very much! You were such a good friend to us. We will always remember you Stella Bella!
~Your friends at day care...
Alexa, Aaron, Luke, Lily,
Chad, Casey, Alanna and Aidan
Susan Huser
June 25, 2009
Cara, Zach, Lucy
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this saddened time. Stella was such a joy to be around. She will always be remembered in our hearts. If you need anything, please let us know.
Your friends
Greg&Susan(peggys sister)
Missy Vansaghi
June 25, 2009
Zach, Cara and Luci-
We wanted to express our deepest sympathy. Stella was a beautiful little girl with such a sweetness about her. I can't imagine the sadness you are feeling. Your words were touching, you are such loving parents. Take comfort that you do have her as your guardian angel. Our thoughts and prayers be with you. Todd, Missy, Jake and Sophie Vansaghi
Bob Hamm
June 25, 2009
Jerry and Jobie there are no words that we can say that will help. We have been through it. Our hearts go out to you. If you need anything let us know. Again our hearts feel for you. Bob and Rene Hamm
Shannon Rogers
June 25, 2009
Cara, Zack, and Luci;
I know how hard this must be, it broke my heart to hear about Stella. She was your baby girl and I know how much you love her, I love her too. She will be missed greatly by all of the hearts she has touched in her short life; I am blessed to be one of them. I miss you three and wish that you will let me be a part of your healing.
Love you so much!
Lettie Kendall
June 25, 2009
Praying for you all.
June 25, 2009
Zack,Cara,and Luci
May God be with you during this tragic time in your life. The Havana Lady Ducks will really miss her at Grandpa's games. She was such a joy to watch. Havana Lady Ducks Mom
Matthew and Kenzi Peirce
June 25, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
June 25, 2009
Zack, Cara - How well I know the heartache you are feeling now. I lost my son suddenly 7 years ago. You may remember, Zack, He was the little brother of Angie (Smith) Ragle and Kim (Smith) Schreacke. Stella will always be in your heart and the precious memories you have of her will help to soothe the pain. The love of your family and friends will sustain you through this difficult times and the times ahead. Lean on them. They will hold you up when you are weak. My heart is with you both at this time and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Deborah Smith
Jerry, Michelle, Zoe and Max Bannan
June 25, 2009
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.She was a beautiful child and I know how blessed you were to have her. We are the family in Washington that lives next to the post office (the kids with the CHOI lemonade stand). Our Max is also a heart child, we are also very involved with T.O.U.C.H Please let me know if you need anything God bless you all!!
Joanne, Mike & Ava Muellner
June 25, 2009
Our hearts go out to you and your family at this time and in the days ahead. We are so sorry for your loss and you are in our thoughts and prayers. We know that she will be dearly missed and she will now watch over you and your entire family.
Brenda Ratton
June 25, 2009
I'm sorry for your loss. I lost my 3 year old daughter Heather to cancer in 92. The loss of a child is something that stays with you forever.allthough there will always be hard days there will more and more better days as time passes.My prayers are with you and your daughter
Chris & Donna Blickenstaff
June 24, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss, and just wanted you to know that all of you are in our prayers."Death leaves a heartache that no one can heal but love leaves memories that no one can steal". May God wrap his loving arms around you all and give you peace.
God Bless
Daniel Ghidina
June 24, 2009
My name is Dan Ghidina both of my kids Taylor and Caden went to Brees Daycare with Lucy and Stella. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kim Hickle
June 24, 2009
Mary Jo and Shelby,
My heart goes out to you for the lost of your granddaughter, Stella. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.
May god bless all of you.
Jenny Bryant
June 24, 2009
To the Wilson Family-
You may not know me, but I live right across the street from Jerry and Jobie. I can't say that I know your Stella well, but there have been many times that I have seen her from across the street playing, smiling, and laughing. I wanted you to know that the joy that she portrayed, simply from across the street, gave joy to my heart too. She's a beautiful little girl, and I know for a fact that she gave joy to many, many more people; people you may not even know. Your entire family has been in my prayers, and will continue to be. Just remember the everlasting joy that your little girl brought to so many people.
Allen Thompson
June 24, 2009
To the family of Stella Wilson. Stella is still with you. People think that death is the end of our lives, death is only the beginning of our lives forever with Jesus. Never again to be separated. May God bless you with His strength and Love as you go through this difficult time. Children are God's greatest gift to us.
God bless you all+
Allen and Cindy Thompson
Brad and Bambi Beekman
June 24, 2009
Zach, Cara and Luci~
We are sorry for your loss. Little Stella was so blessed to have such wonderful, loving parents and a beautiful big sister. We love you and are praying for you.
Deny & Jane Bryant
June 24, 2009
Zack, Cara, Luci, Jerry, Jobie and all,
We want you to know how sorry we are for your loss and that you and your family are in our prayers. What a precious, beautiful gift Stella was for all who met her. God bless you all
June 24, 2009
We lost our precious 10-month old granddaughter in February to a rare genetic disease. She and Stella are now playing at the feet of Jesus. Thanks be to God we have His promise of eternal life and will one day see all of our loved ones again. Anonymous. Love, prayers and peace.
Bobby Douglas
June 24, 2009
May God grant you strength and comfort in this most difficult time. Remember the memories and cherish those. Plus, remember, this is the land of the dying--the next is the land of the living and she will add a special touch to all she meets.
merry durrstein
June 24, 2009
so sorry, my prayers are with you
Alison, Tanner & Cooper Wilson
June 24, 2009
Zach, Cara & Luci ~
Tanner & Cooper have been so blessed to have the two most beautiful cousins to play & laugh with. As they continue to enjoy life & grow with Luci, they will be blessed to have Stella watching over them with her Grandma Carol. I pray that the sheer joy she brought to your life & the memories that were created in those three years, will bring comfort & peace to you. She will forever be kept alive in our hearts. We love you all so very much.
June 24, 2009
Cara and Zach -
We met you and Stella for the first time at a t-ball game just a few weeks ago, and were so smitten by Stella's adorable face and sweet manner. She was beyond beautiful! When we heard the story of all she'd been through with her heart problems as an infant, we agreed that she was - and still IS your "miracle baby." Our hearts ache for you, and for her sister, and we will continue to keep you all foremost in our thoughts and prayers.
Bart and Mary (DuBois) Penn
Fisher
June 24, 2009
Zach, Cara and Luci our thoughts are with all of you and your families. Dickie and Linda Fisher jr.
Anonymous
June 24, 2009
To the Family~ Know that the Lord makes no mistakes. Your beautiful lil' daughter is in his loving arms. May he comfort and keep you in your time of sorrow.
Ghidina Family
June 24, 2009
Zack, Cara and Luci- Our thoughts are with your family during this time. Our 2 kids, Taylor and Caden, had so much fun playing with Stella and Luci at Bree's. They loved her very much and she will be greatly missed.
Debbie Zimmerman
June 24, 2009
Our hearts are with you and your family, Zach. We'll be thinking of and praying for you all. - The Facilities Management Staff @ Pekin Hospital
Jen Binkley
June 24, 2009
Cara, Zack, Luci, Chris and the entire Wilson/Bertolli Family-
I can't express in words how terribly sorry I am for your loss. I am glad I had the opportunity to meet Stella, even if it was for a brief time last summer. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and I will continue to pray that all the love that surrounds you during this difficult time brings you some comfort and peace.
Amy Hoehne
June 24, 2009
Cara, Zach and Luci,
Such beautiful and eloquent words that you shared about Stella. We are thinking about you all and you have many family and friends that will be here to support you in any way that we can. The Hoehne's
Edward Heflin
June 24, 2009
Zach, Cara, and Luci,
Please know how hard it is to express the deep sympathies we feel. As described perfectly in your words, Stella was indeed an angel. And Mary Jo and Shelby, you are in our thoughts.
Ed and Carol Heflin
Michelle DeNure
June 24, 2009
Zach, Cara, and Luci~ Sending our love and thinking of you all. Little Stella will be deeply missed. Bayne, Hanna, and Barrett send a big hug for Luci! Love, Michelle, Bryan, Bayne, Hanna, and Barrett
McLean Family
June 24, 2009
Zack, Cara and Luci - our thoughts are with you and all of your family. Patrick and Kristi McLean and family.
Gene & Jane Harris
June 24, 2009
We are saddened by the loss of your precious little girl Stella. You have our sincere sympathy and prayers. Words fail us. God bless you all. Stella's heart is no longer broken but yours is. We are so sorry...
Glenda & Rick Grashoff
June 24, 2009
Zach, Cara and Luci,
Stella was a blessing and we will miss her very much. Rick and I are here for you all, and we wanted you to know that you were such loving parents, and I wish I could take the hurt away. She loved you and you loved her; I do pray for comfort for you all. Love, Rick and Glenda
Mandy Majors
June 24, 2009
Zach, Cara, and Luci - all our love is with you all right now. Precious little Stella will forever be missed. We are here for you. Love, Mandy, Matt, Madelyn & Baylie
Mike Roe
June 24, 2009
Cara, Zack, and Luci,
Those are such beautiful words for Stella. You are in our thoughts all day. We pray for your peace through the love and support of each other. You have many friends who love your family dearly and will be your support forever.
Amy and Mike Roe
Chris McCarthy
June 24, 2009
Shelby, My heart goes out to you and your family at this most difficult time. I can't begin to understand your pain but will pray for you and your family that the Lord some how comforts you. (Chris McCarthy - Co-worker of Shelby)
Karen Ray
June 24, 2009
Stella will be missed by all her friends and neighbors. My granddaughters even though they were a bit older always loved to go over and visit with Stella and her big sister Luci. She was loved by all who knew her. Our prayers and thoughts are with all the family.
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