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Pauline Wilson
CHATHAM, IL - Pauline Wilson, 89, formerly of Thayer, Ill., passed away at 3:45 p.m., Monday, May 5, 2014, at Heritage Health Care in Springfield, Ill.
Pauline was born on April 15, 1925, in Virden, Ill., a daughter to Robert and Pauline (Hopper) Innis. Pauline married Robert Wilson, Jr., on May 5, 1947 in Virden, Ill.
Pauline was a member of the Thayer United Methodist Church, Thayer, and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She was also a member of the Shasta Camping Club traveling with her husband.
Surviving Pauline is her son, Robert (Carmen R.) Wilson of Orlando, Fla.; daughter, Pamela Hines of Chatham; brothers, Robert (Sarah) Innis of New York, N.Y., David Innis of Thayer; six grandchildren; 13 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding Pauline in death were her parents and husband, Robert Wilson, Jr.
Visitation will be from 10–11:30 a.m., Monday, May 12, 2014, at the Calvert & Ferry Funeral Home in Auburn, Ill., with funeral services at 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Officiating will be Rev. Charles Kurfman. Interment will be at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield, Ill. Memorials may be made to the Thayer United Methodist Church, Thayer. To leave online comments for the family please visit www.calvertferryfuneralhomes.
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Memories and Condolences
for Pauline WILSON
May 15, 2014
Pauline was one of my most favorite asupporters in the church in Thayer. She and Helen were always there when [ossible and gaveme a great big hug.
I loved them both and know they will be missed.
Pastor Bo and Martha Sabo
May 10, 2014
Sorry to hear the bad news. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Danielle from Memorial
May 10, 2014
Pauline was such a sweet soul. So sorry for your loss
marilyn lowe
May 8, 2014
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers!!
Rhonda Grobelnik
May 8, 2014
So sorry for your loss Pam
Prayers for you and your family
Rhonda Grobelnik
Beth & Jerry Sutton
May 8, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Judith Fearneyhough
May 8, 2014
Prayers and love as you walk through the grief process. Losing a grandma by all the names they are called is hard. Your Gma was a very special lady and memories is what is important! And I know you made some amazing memories as you walked through life with her! Loving this beautiful family and continued prayers.
Colleen Katz
May 8, 2014
May God watch over all of you during this difficult time.
Jeanette Crown
May 8, 2014
I met Pauline when she and my mother were both at Auburn. My mother really liked Pauline and I agreed with her. She was a lovely lady. My sincere sympathy to your entire family.
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