Obituaries

Lu Ann Schisler

November 4th, 1949 – May 10th, 2017

Lu Ann Schisler, age 67 of Astoria, IL, passed away at 2:45 am on Wednesday, May 10th, 2017 at her sons home in Vermont. She was born on November 4, 1949 in Vermont, the daughter of Thomas Jefferson and Flora Margaret (Lawson) Bowman.

She is survived by her daughter Kelly Westlake of Astoria, son, Jeff (and Sheila Siltman) Schisler of Vermont, 6 grandchildren, Jason Westlake, Brad Westlake, Scott Schisler, Kevin Schisler, Katrina Schisler, and Tyler Schisler, 1 great-grandson, Colt Schisler, special friend, Arthur “Bud” Stambaugh of Browning and her 2 brothers, Robert (and Kathy) Bowman of Bushnell and Donald (and Charlotte) Bowman of Bone Gap.

Preceded by her parents, 4 sisters, Marjorie Stambaugh, Elma Mae Royer, Mary Taraboletti, and Ruby Hickle, 3 brothers, Gene Bowman, Max Bowman, and Bill Bowman, and 3 1/2 brothers, Lloyd Bowman, Floyd Bowman, and Boyd Bowman.

Lu Ann was a graduate of VIT High School. She worked at Snyder's Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home in Rushville as a dietary aid for over 20 years.

She enjoyed going to yard sales and spending time with her grandchildren.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2017 from 2 to 6 pm at the Vermont Christian Church in Vermont, IL. Memorials may be made to the Astoria Fire and Rescue Squad.

Condolences

May 10th, 2017

So sorry for your loss, Kelly and Jeff and families.
Nancy Carithers

May 10th, 2017

Kelly, we are sorry for the loss of your mother. Praying that God will comfort you and your family during this difficult time. Bob and Melba Baker

May 10th, 2017

So sorry to hear this Kelly, your mom was a sweet, caring person and she will be missed. Thoughts are with you and the boys.
Aunt Diane & Uncle Gary Westlake

May 10th, 2017

So sorry for your loss!! Prayers to the family! Jenni and Rod Bollinger

May 10th, 2017

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers for ALL of you. She was a joy to visit with.
AVON Lady Bev Taylor and family

May 11th, 2017

So sorry for the loss of your mother. Roberta Oest

May 11th, 2017

So sorry for the loss of your mother. Thoughts and prayers are with you in the coming days. Deb and Jim Park

May 11th, 2017

So sorry to hear of your mothers passing Kelly. Please know that you have my sympathy during this time of loss. Gary Speckhart

May 11th, 2017

So Sorry for the Loss of You Mother, Kelly & Jeff. Lu Ann was a Sweet & Caring Lady. Sending my Thoughts & Prayers for You Both & All of the Family. I always enjoyed talking to her when I seen her.

May 11th, 2017

We are so very sorry for the loss of your kind and sweet mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tim and Vicki Phillips

May 11th, 2017

We are so very sorry for the loss of your kind and sweet mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tim and Vicki Phillips

May 12th, 2017

Our deepest sympathy to you Kelly and your family. She was a sweet person. Linda and Dale Pittman

May 13th, 2017

I am so very sorry Kelly and Jeff for your loss. Take comfort in knowing that LuAnn is in heaven with all who've gone before her. They rest at Jesus' feet. Prayers for comfort and peace for all of you. Love Don and Charlotte

May 13th, 2017

So sorry for the loss of your Mother, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Brian Bucher

May 14th, 2017

Annie had a heart of gold. She do anything for you. And a wonderful cook. You Didn't leave hungry. Sorry Jeff and Kelly for your loss. Bowman family

May 14th, 2017

Annie had a heart of gold. She do anything for you. And a wonderful cook. You Didn't leave hungry. Sorry Jeff and Kelly for your loss. Bowman family

May 14th, 2017

Luann was one special lady, so kind and thoughtful. Didn't get to know her all that well but I really enjoyed being around her and going to miss seeing her around, Prayers to you and your family... Vicky Ackley

May 16th, 2017

So so sorry my sympathy goes out for your loss May God help you through this hard time love you aunt lu ann forever Rita Renee Bowman -Jones

May 17th, 2017

My sympathy. I knew LuAnn all the time we were growing up. Went to her house to play. Good friends. Ran into her at County Market sometimes. She always was one of the most caring person I've known in life. So sorry.

May 17th, 2017

Becky Ludeen⬆⬆⬆

May 17th, 2017

My sister, Brenda and "Annie" were great friends in school...she was always such a sweet, humble, and caring soul...I'm sure you will miss her greatly...my sympathy goes to all who were close to her- LaRita (Heaton) Maloney

May 17th, 2017

Sorry for your loss. LuAnn was a great friend growing up. She will be missed. Brenda Robinson

May 17th, 2017

I'm so sorry Kelly. Our hearts are with you. It is so hard to lose your Mom, but you have good memories to share in time. She left a wonderful legacy. JoEllen and Randy Doyle

May 18th, 2017

I just now found out about this and was deeply saddened. LuAnn was the 1st person I hired at Snyders when I started there as Kitchen supervisor. She was a dedicated and loyal employee. My condolences to the family......Steven Britton

May 27th, 2017

Sending sympathy and prayers to all of you as you go through this difficult time. LuAnn was such a good person and a loyal employee at Snyder's Vaughn Haven. We are forever grateful for her years of service.

May 27th, 2017

The above condolence is from Dianne, Aaron, & Gregg Snyder