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Eileen J. Minett
SPRINGFIELD - Eileen J. Minett, 85, of Springfield, passed away at 2:55 a.m. on Sunday, March 25, 2012 at St. John's Hospice.
Eileen was born December 29, 1926 in Springfield, the daughter of Leslie and Alice Bowman Conavay. She married John Minett and he preceded her in death on June 1, 1988.
Eileen worked as a waitress at the Mill Restaurant and retired from the State of Illinois Department of Transportation Water Resources division. She loved dancing and was very accomplished in her younger years. She even auditioned in Hollywood. Eileen enjoyed playing slot machines and going to the boat, crocheting, and enjoyed watching General Hospital and other soap operas.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; son, Jimmy Cauthen; and great-grandson, Peyton May.
She is survived by two sons, John Minett of Springfield and Steven (wife, Sherian) Ward of Lewistown; one daughter, Debbie (husband, Michael) May of Mahomet; one daughter-in-law, Joyce Carmody of Springfield; seven grandchildren, Ron Cauthen, Stephanie and Scott Ward, Jennifer Jacobs, Jimmy, Chris and Ashley May; and two great-grandchildren, Natalie Jacobs and Riley May.
Visitation: Family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.
Funeral Ceremony: 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, with Pastor Darrell Debowey officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to: St. John's Hospital Hospice Program, 800 E. Carpenter, Springfield, IL 62702.
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Cheryl (Hill) Washko
April 20, 2012
John - So sorry to hear of your loss. I know you were very close with your mom...I have often wondered how you both were doing. I hope your memories of her will bring you comfort.
Karl Lercher
April 14, 2012
John my deepest condolences and prayers. You always were a good man and wonderful son to lyour Mother. Keep the faith as you have in these difficult times. Take care Brother.
March 27, 2012
John and family:
You have had a enormous loss with the passing of your mother. She was a very nice lady, and always a pleasure to talk to and be around.Kathy and i have missed seeing you at the Fairview for supper.I am sorry we have not saw her for a while.Your mother will be truly missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts are with you.
Greg & Kathy Boston
Ft. Myers, Florida
March 26, 2012
DEAR STEVE, AND FAMILY SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. JUST REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES AND CARRY YOUR MOM , IN YOUR HEARTS. SHE'S DANCING WITH THE ANGLES NOW..
MAUREEN AN BILL HENRY
March 26, 2012
Steve,Debbie,John and Ronnie and your family, So sorry to hear about your Mother and Grandmother. She was a beautiful woman in all ways from waiting on table at the Mill to working behind a desk at IDOT. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mason and Patti
Surprise Az
Angie Hesse
March 26, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
March 26, 2012
Debbie & Family - Very sorry about your mother. Your mother is in my thoughts and prayers.
Joey Lang
March 26, 2012
Debbie and Family: Sending our thoughts, love and prayers on the loss of your Mother.
Sincerely,
Sidney Noland, Deb McClure & Debbie Scybert
March 26, 2012
John & Family:
Our sincere thoughts are with you, Sis and all on the loss of your Mom. We know she will be missed. She was such a good lady,
The Hutchesons & John & Ruby Klein
Lake Havasu City, AZ.
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