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Lena E. "Betty" Huff
SPRINGFIELD - Lena E. "Betty" Huff, 87, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2013. Betty was born February 9, 1926, in Fillmore, IL, the daughter of John and Lena (Rademacher) Elam. Betty married Henry Huff on June 13, 1946; they shared 58 years of marriage together until he preceded her in death on March 5, 2004. Also preceding her in death are her parents; two sons, Larry and Ronnie Huff; one brother; one sister; her one infant grandson; and one infant great-grandson.
She is survived by her children: Ret. Lt. Col. Gary (Carol) Huff of Dawson, IL, Sherry (Harold) McQuinn of Mason City, IL, Connie (George) Sneyd of Chatham, IL, and Deanna (Bill) Marvin of Mechanicsburg, IL; as well as 20 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; her sister, Lucile (Roy) Carpenter of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.
Betty was a member of Southside Christian Church; she volunteered at the Senior Services Center of Illinois; she loved quilting, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2013, at Bisch and Son Funeral Home, 505 E Allen St., Springfield IL 62703.
Funeral service will be Thursday, May 2, 2013, at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with a time to gather before the service at 9:30 a.m. Rev. Dave Jackson, elder from Southside Christian Church, will conduct the services.
Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Memorials in Betty's name may be made to Southside Christian Church.
Visit the online "Life Remembered Story" at www.bischandsonfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lena HUFF
Kim Strickland
May 3, 2013
to Gary and family my condolences go out to you you're in my thoughts and prayers
Kim Strickland
May 3, 2013
I am lighting a candle Gary to keep your mother and remembrance
Kim Strickland
May 3, 2013
Gary you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers my deepest sympathy goes out to you if you need anything please let me know this is Kim that his daughter
Bette Chapman
May 2, 2013
Gary and Family...you have our deepest sympathy for your loss and I know she will be greatly missed.Bette Jack-Chapman and family
May 2, 2013
My Prayers Are With You.
Respectfully,
Judy Gordon
Richard & Sue List
May 1, 2013
Sherrie and family, was so sorry to hear about your mother. There is just something so special about our moms. Our love and pray's go out to each one of you.
Coreen & Kirby Ball
May 1, 2013
Connie, Blake and family: our condolences to you on loss of your beloved grandmother. We've often talked about her "Cardinal" fingernails and other photos from your wedding, especially the generational ones. May your many wonderful memories bring you peace during this difficult time.
Jenneth doyle
May 1, 2013
Deanna,
I'm so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. May God wrap his loving arms around you during this difficult time. God Bless.
Jenneth Doyle
April 30, 2013
Sorry to hear about your mother Gary. Your family is in our prayers.
MSG (ret) Brad McMurray
Tom & Beth McDougall
April 30, 2013
Betty was a lovely lady. Prayers for comfort and peace to all her family
April 30, 2013
GARY & FAMILY,
VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF BETTY'S PASSING. SHE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE AND I KNOW THAT SHE STILL HAS THAT SMILE ON HER FACE. MAY GOD WELCOME HER INTO ETERNAL LIFE AND FURNISH HER WITH A FISHING POLE. HENRY IS HAPPY TO HELP HER SHOW HER WHERE THE BIG FISH ARE AT.
MAY GOD COMFORT ALL OF HER FAMILY DURING THIS PASSING. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
BERT VIOLA JR
Christa Meyer
April 30, 2013
Betty treated me like one of her own; she was a remarkable lady and I will miss her! Thoughts and prayers are with the entire Huff family.
Jean Broaddus
April 30, 2013
Gary and family,
May you find strength in your time of sorrow.
Dan and Nancy Martin
April 30, 2013
Our prayers are for the entire Huff family during their grieving period, but always remember the wonderful life she led and the joy she gave to the people who knew her. Aunt Betty will be missed. She always told me she was waiting to see Uncle Henry again and Praise God,for his believers,it will happen.
Sherry Hamilton
April 30, 2013
Gary & family,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your mother. Your family has been blessed for having her as long as you did. May your memories get you though this.
Carol Hettick
April 30, 2013
To all the Huff family, our love and prayers are with you during this time of sadness at the loss of Aunt Betty. I have many fond memories with you all when I spent the nights at your house. I regret that I cannot be with you to remember in person. God be with you all. Your cousin, Carol Hettick
Janet Sheehan
April 30, 2013
My heart goes out to all of you. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed. May the peace and love of our lord by with you all.
Bob and Beth ruggles
April 30, 2013
To the Huff family, please accept our condolences regarding Aunt Betty. She was always ready to help Bob and Shirley when they were ill. She will be missed.
G. Peters
April 30, 2013
Gary & Carol,We are Sending a gentle hug your way, to comfort you, and to let you know that you're on my mind and in my heart today and always. With deepest sympathy,
Jerry & Ginger Peters
Joe & Jeanne Trello
April 30, 2013
Connie, Jamie, and Billie (and entire Huff family): We are thinking about you and praying for you during this difficult time.
sally fritcher
April 30, 2013
Sending prayers and hugs to all the Huff family.
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