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Charlene Boettcher Obituary

Boettcher, Charlene M. (nee Spangler) Age 84. At rest, August 10, 2013 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home, surrounded by her loving family. Born December 29, 1928 in Joliet, IL to Leon and Frances Spangler. Member of " The Club" for over 70 years, Survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Lee Roy Boettcher; daughter, Gale (Terry) Freeman and son, Bill (Vicky) Boettcher; grandchildren, Jason Freeman, Brad Freeman, Kelly (Terrence) O'Hern and Eric (Bri) Boettcher; great-grandmother of Gabi Freeman, Dailey O' Hern, Austin Boettcher, Rilyn O'Hern and Brennen Boettcher. Preceded in death by her parents; her son, Michael Boettcher; grandson Jeremy Boettcher and brother, Leon Spangler. Funeral Services for Charlene M. Boettcher will be Tuesday, August 13, 2013 at 9:30 A.M. from the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rd. Joliet to Church of St. Jude for a Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Romeoville. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name to the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home or the American Diabetes Association. Visitation Monday, 3-8 p.m. at the funeral home. For information: 815-741-5500 or www.fredcdames.com

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Published by Herald-News on Aug. 11, 2013.

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Andrea & Jim Wendell

August 24, 2013

Gale, Sorry to read of the passing of your mom. Prayers to all. Andrea

August 11, 2013

Uncle Lee, Gale, Bill, & family ...
My heart is heavy over the loss of Aunt Charlene. All the wonderful family gatherings ... and the joy we all shared at Ceco and Christmas at Grandma Spangler's. I can still hear her laughing and feel her loving hugs! Know that Doug and I continue to lift you all up in prayer. Much love ... xo
Debbie & Doug (Spangler) Cooper

Cheryl Leone

August 11, 2013

Lee, Gail and Bill:
So sorry to hear about Charlene - I'll always remember her bright smile and laugh. She was a wonderful person. She's with Mikey now. Ken and I would attend the wake however we have moved to Florida.

Diane Spangler-Ramirez

August 11, 2013

Dear Uncle Lee, Gale, Bill & Family ~
Thinking and holding you all close to our hearts at this time. I have so many cherished memories of my sweet Aunt Char ... she was truly a joyful and beautiful soul who loved life to the fullest and brought out the best in everyone! We will miss her dearly, especially her infectious signature laugh that would instantly put a smile on everyone's face in the room. May your loving memories bring comfort, peace and strength now and forever.

Our deepest sympathy, love & prayers,
Diane & Tony

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