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Marsha Beard Gill
SPRINGFIELD - Marsha Beard Gill, 62, of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at her home surrounded by her family.
Marsha was born on November 26, 1950 in Springfield, the daughter of James Lawrence and Margaret "Peg" Beard. She married Charles "Chuck" Gill on June 26, 1996 in Springfield.
She graduated from Glenwood High School in 1968 and worked for many years at family-owned Martin's Tavern, and most recently managed The Bird Tavern. She loved to cook for any occasion, travel, visit her grandchildren, and her sisters' weekend trips. She would spend summertime hosting family and friends at backyard barbecues, and swimming in her pool.
She was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, and one niece.
She is survived by her husband Chuck; son, Brian (Brenda) Beard of Hamilton, MT; stepsons, Charles Gill II (fiancé Jessica Ross) of Springfield and Jason Ruyle of Danville; brother, Thomas (Bonnie) Day of Springfield; sisters, Carolyn (Jack) Smith of Fairview Heights, Vicky (Chic Sommer) Beard and Jamie (John) Kauffman both of Springfield; half-sister, Janice (Ted) Randall of Springfield; three grandsons, Joshua and Caleb Beard and Justin Ruyle; three granddaughters, Amy, Casey, and Allison Beard; one uncle; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many close friends.
Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. until the time of the Memorial Services at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at Ellinger-Kunz & Park Funeral Home with Pastor Donald Kauffman officiating. There will be a celebration of life following the memorial service at The Bird Tavern, 1451 W. Jefferson St., Springfield, IL.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 675 E. Linton Ave., Springfield, IL 62703.
Ellinger-Kunz & Park Funeral Home, 530 N. 5th St., Springfield, IL 62702 is in charge of arrangements.
Visit our online obituary at www.ellingerkunzfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Marsha Gill
May you know that Marsha is now an Angel looking over you!
Keith Allen
March 28, 2013
Dear Chuck, Family & Friends
I am sad to hear of Marsha's passing. May God give you understanding in this difficult time.
Sincerely your computerman,
Call Keith
Barb Smith
March 23, 2013
John, Jamie and entire family. I am so sorry for your great loss. Although I only met Marsha on one occassion, I feel like I have always known her. I know how much Jamie loved all of her family, but all the Siters seemed to share a very special bond. I loved hearing Jamie talking about all the good times they had together. I know you all have many special memories.
Charla Bryant
March 23, 2013
I went to high school with Marsha and we also remained friends for several years after that. We lost touch, but have thought of her often, especially when going down Jefferson and passing the old place. We had some very fun times together and got to laugh alot.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Ed and Arletta Moon
March 23, 2013
Chuck,
We are so very sorry to hear about Marsha's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed and Arletta Moon
Paige Motley
March 23, 2013
Your well an amazing woman!! You always knew how to make people feel welcome!!
Rusty & Brenda Brammer
March 23, 2013
Chuck & all of Marsha's family we are so sorry & shocked at the passing of Marsha. She always had a smile when she seen us. Sorry for your loss.She will be missed by many.
John and Kim Moberly
March 22, 2013
Your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cathie Bryant
March 22, 2013
To Chuck and the Beard family,
I have no words to express the great sorrow I feel about the loss of Marsha. She had the greatest heart of anyone I have known, and she will never be forgotten. Please find comfort in knowing that so many loved her and love you.
Tom Dodd
March 22, 2013
I'm very saddened by the loss of Marsha. Though we were not extremely close, she always made me feel welcome, just like family. She was a fine example of what a good person should be. She will be missed.
Dana Levine
March 21, 2013
Chuck.. I'm so sorry for your loss. Your in my prayers.
Jessica & Joe
March 21, 2013
Prayers for Chuck, and all the sisters. Life won't be the same without her.
- Joe & Jessica
Debbie & David Pohl
March 21, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kathy Fox-Lamar
March 21, 2013
Marsha,what a nice person. She will be greatly missed. She always remember me when we stopped by. We always talked about the old times in little Hollywood. God bless you & your family.
Karen and Harry Buck
March 21, 2013
Jamie, Carolyn and vicky, So sorry for you loss. I'll never forget what a wounderful family you all were. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
March 21, 2013
She will be missed will always remember the good times we had together.R.I.P.
Steve and Lois
Dolores Rogers
March 21, 2013
So sorry to hear that Marsha passed. Our prayers are with you.
Dolores Rogers
Irene kern
March 21, 2013
Have one on me, Marsha!!
Johnnie Moats
Steve & Stephanie Lowe
March 21, 2013
Marsha will be greatly missed. She was such a wonderful person and went out of her way to help other people out no matter what. We are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts are with you.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Dan & Shellie Gordon
March 21, 2013
Our hearts ache, we love you. You were a kind friend, mentor, and boss. We have always considered you our family. You will be honored, cherished, and missed so very much. Give'em hell up there!!!
Marcia and Ray Harmon Family
March 21, 2013
Jamie and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you comfort, understanding and peace at this difficult time.
Lois Faulkner
March 21, 2013
May you rest in peace in heaven. Please watch over the whole gang at The Bird. You will be greatly missed.
Beverly Gillette
March 21, 2013
So sorry for you and your family Carolyn. Praying and thinking of you's.
March 21, 2013
Chuck,
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and all the family....
All our memories with Marcia are happy ones..
Take care god bless
Danny and Paula cook
Angie Hesse
March 21, 2013
Sorry to hear about Marsha. She was a great lady.
Mike and Terry Shelton
March 21, 2013
Chuck, we are very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
March 21, 2013
i knew marsha in my younger years, she was very good to me and family, she will be sadly missed, she was awsome as i always looked up to her---kenny sharp---
Connie Leach
March 21, 2013
Jamie & family,
you are all in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time!!
Marsha was always very nice and will be missed!!
leroy virgin
March 21, 2013
so sorry for yoiur loss marsha was a wonderful person
Judy Richardson
March 21, 2013
I am so sorry for the loss of Marsha. She was my best friend during our teen years and we did a lot of hell raising together. I have not seen her in years. Peg was like a mom to me and I have so many wonderful memories at Martins and Uncle Tommy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. She will be missed.
betty-June Fuiten
March 21, 2013
To all of you, my deepest sympathy and God Bless.
March 21, 2013
Jamie and Family,
Jamie and Family I am so sorry for your loss. Marsha is and will always be a GREAT LADY, she was so good to me in during my high school, but you all were. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Joyce Brumelow (Box)
March 21, 2013
I have known Marsha and her family for many years. My prayers,thoughts and deepest sympathy go out to all of her family.
March 21, 2013
March 21, 2013
I only knew Marsha for a very short time. Her smile was very infectious as well as her personality that shined like the sun. She was a pleasant in my day at the bank. God bless you Marsha and your entire family.
~ Debbie Sockel, Springfield, Illinois
Genia Box
March 21, 2013
Marsha was a very close friend to my family and I always looked at her like a 2nd mom. We will miss her forever smiling face...
Walt & Mary Castleman
March 21, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
March 20, 2013
Marsha we will miss you forever. You were such a great person. What I remember about you most is how much you did for other people. I can't thank you enough for how much you did for my mom. The world is a sad place without you in it. We will miss you forever. Love you forever...Steve and Stephanie Lowe
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