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Barbara Hershey Obituary
Springfield, IL—Barbara M. Hershey, 87, of Springfield, died at 12:20 a.m. on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at Regency Care.
Barbara was born October 6, 1930 in Pittsburgh, PA, the daughter of Charles A. and Ruth Wills McGahan. She married William "Bill" R. Hershey on August 15, 1953 in Pittsburgh, PA; he preceded her in death on May 8, 2015.
Barbara graduated from Edgewood High School in 1948 and earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 1952. She was primarily a homemaker, but did teach third grade until having a family. Barbara was a member of First Congregational United Church of Christ where she was a deaconess, a greeter, and active in the prayer groups. She had also been active with The Springfield Muni. Barbara enjoyed traveling, spending time with her family, crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, drawing, and completing crossword puzzles in ink.
She was also preceded in death by her parents and brother, Charles McGahan.
She is survived by her children, Rebecca "Becky" (Michael) Doerfler, Wendy (Phillip) Wilson, and Charles W. Hershey, all of Springfield; seven grandchildren, Christopher (Bridget) Doerfler, Bethany (Brian) Caton, James (Megan) Doerfler, Marisa (Blaine) Marty, Emmy (Jake) Klunick, Melanie (Joe) Wise, and Heather Wilson; ten great-grandchildren; sister, Margery Fleck of Oklahoma City, OK; and several nieces and nephews.
Cremation was accorded by Butler Cremation Tribute Center prior to ceremonies.
Memorial Gathering and Ceremony: Family will receive friends from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. A memorial ceremony will follow at 11:30 a.m. with Celebrant Judy Woerner officiating.
Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to: First Congregational United Church of Christ, 2100 S. Bates, Springfield, IL 62704.
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Diana Smith
May 8, 2018
As a lay reader at First Congregational UCC in April I was inspired to write these lines:
Love is not love until I give it away. Will you receive my love today? For my love for all of you will not stray.
Your mom and dad are now in heaven enjoying their new life together.
Love and hugs,
Diana Smith
Rebecca Watts
May 8, 2018
Becky, Charles, and family.
Your mom was so kind, talented, and caring. I had the honor of knowing her through The Muni, and as a Dubois School parent. She truly made the world a gentler, more joyful and gracious place.
Holding you up in my thoughts and prayers.
Barrie Blough
May 8, 2018
Becky and Family,
So sorry to hear about your mother. Sending thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Blaine Pool
May 7, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. Rest In Peace Barbara for a life well lived. You were a wonderful participating church member of God's spirit.
Joel Abramowitz
May 7, 2018
My condolences to the Hershey family.
Sandy Baksys
May 6, 2018
Charles, so sorry to hear of your mother's death. Our condolences from the Baksys family.
T D
May 6, 2018
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. As time passes may you find peace in the memories you share, and comfort from the hope that God is close to the broken-hearted.
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