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Corrine Pohlman Obituary

Pohlman, Corrine Connie Corrine Ida Pohlman died March 28, 2011 at the age of 85. She was born Nov. 8, 1925 in Freeburg, Illinois to Walter F. and Hilda M. (Weaver) Mueller. She married Wilbert Pohlman on Feb. 8, 1947. To this union were born two sons, Michael and David. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister Mildred Schwartz; a brother Harold Mueller; and her beloved Willie her husband of 63 years. Left to mourn are: sons Michael (Virginia) of Madison, WI; David (Linda) of Valles Mines, MO; four grandchildren: Elizabeth (Alex) McQuillen, Amy (Eric) Schaper, Zachary (Aly) Pohlman, and Heidi (Ken) McConnell; six great-grandchildren Carter and Brenan Schaper, Miles and Mason McPheeters, Maxine McConnell, and Jack McQuillen; one sister Bernice (James) Dieckbernd, nieces and nephews. Always on the go, Connie loved to travel and belonged to several golf and bowling leagues. A woman of indomitable will she was devoted to her family and left an indelible impression on anyone she met. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. The family would like to thank all of the staff of Delmar Gardens South for the compassionate care shown to Connie. Services: Visitation at KUTIS AFFTON Chapel, 10151 Gravois, Friday, April 1, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. with a brief service to follow 12:30 p.m. at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Mar. 31, 2011.

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April 1, 2011

When thinking of Connie, may you always remember how generous and steadfast she was.

Sharron and Jim Wheeler

John and Mattie Schwartz

April 1, 2011

We will all miss Auntie Con as we miss Uncle Fat. At least they will be together again. Love and prayers to the family.

March 31, 2011

You will be forever missed and lovingly remembered.

Kim Trout

March 31, 2011

Sorry for your loss. She did leave a lasting impression on everyone that had the priveledge to know her. Our thoughts are with you all but know she is with the love of her life now.
Love, Mike and Kim

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