Obituaries

Shirley J. Horwedel

July 2nd, 1930 – February 16th, 2024

Shirley J. Horwedel, 93, of Vermont, IL, passed away at 10:30 am on Friday, February 16, 2024 at The Elms in Macomb, IL. She was born on July 2, 1930 in Canton, IL, the daughter of William and Helen (McNatt) Roddis. Shirley married George Horwedel on August 19, 1949 in Ipava, IL. George preceded Shirley in death on April 24, 1991.

Also preceding her in death are her parents, one son; Neal Horwedel, one grandson, and one granddaughter.

She is survived by three sons; Mark (and Kathy) Horwedel of Belle Vista, AR, Craig (and Diane) Horwedel of Palm Coast, FL, and Lance (and Debby) Horwedel of Lewistown, IL, one daughter; Georgia Cassidy of Table Grove, IL and daughter-in-law; Misty Horwedel of Phoenix, AZ. Shirley had 15 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

Shirley first worked at Camp Ellis in Ipava. She went on to work at the Vermont State Bank. She later became Post Master in Ipava, where she retired.

She loved flowers and working in the garden. She enjoyed bird watching. Orioles and several other birds would frequent the bird feeders she had for them. She also enjoyed discussing the world’s problems with her neighbor, Randy, and giving him a hard time about politics.

A graveside service will be held at 2 pm on Monday, February 19, 2024 in the Ipava Cemetery. Pastor Cody Stinnett will be officiating. Memorials may be made to the Vermont Fire and Rescue Squad.

Condolences

February 17th, 2024

Loved her ❤️ jobie

February 17th, 2024

We were so very sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. God be with all of you as you grieve her loss.
Mike and Pam France

February 17th, 2024

I loved Shirley. She was so good to all of us when we took over the house in high school. ❤️ Bobette Massaglia

February 17th, 2024

So sorry💔to learn of Shirley’s passing.
Betsy M

February 18th, 2024

May the good Lord bless you with all the wonderful memories of your mother 🙏 Todd Carithers

February 18th, 2024

She was a kind soul with a wonderful and colorful sense of humor and a great neighbor. We will miss her. Randy and Mardeen Anowden

February 18th, 2024

So very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. Loved it when she

February 18th, 2024

So very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. Loved it when she worked in the Ipava Post Office! Thinking of all of you! ❤️❤️❤️

February 18th, 2024

Sorry for the family’s loss. Sending hugs and prayers. Very sweet lady. Randy and Brenda Vaughn

February 18th, 2024

We are thinking of the entire family and we have very fond memories of dear Shirley. Rick and Kathy Heller

February 18th, 2024

Sorry for your loss

February 18th, 2024

Sorry for your loss. Kathy Little

February 18th, 2024

So sorry to hear about Shirley’s passing. My heart goes out to your entire family! Rita Cassel

February 18th, 2024

So sorry for your loss. God be with you all

February 18th, 2024

So sorry for your loss. You're all in our thoughts and prayers. Daniel and Becky Hamm

February 18th, 2024

So sorry to hear this. She was one of my favorite people. Jan

February 18th, 2024

My prayers for Shirley’s family, she was a sweet soul! Donna Horwedel

February 18th, 2024

Sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. Steve Bucy and Nik Belden.

February 19th, 2024

I have so many happy memories with Shirley. She will be missed and she was always a good friend to me. Carole

February 19th, 2024

Have many fond memories of Shirley and her family from my younger years. Hugs and prayers to all of you. God Bless. Mike Bucy

February 19th, 2024

I’m so sorry for the loss of Shirley. She will always be Mom to me. She was so much more to me then my friend’s Mom. Hugs and Prayers to all! Love, Tana

February 19th, 2024

She was a great boss I enjoyed the time we had at the post office. Dan the mailman

February 19th, 2024

So sorry for your loss. Shirley was such a jewel. Prayers to you all.

February 19th, 2024

She was a feisty woman who truly loved her family. Love to all the Horwedels. Sam

February 19th, 2024

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
Mike and Cathy Ulmer

February 19th, 2024

So sorry f for your loss, we all loved Shirley, she was one of a kind. We will truly miss her. Cary and Bob Little.

February 20th, 2024

To Shirley's family and friends please accept our sympathy at her passing. May you feel God's love and comfort during this difficult time. Rodney and Theresa Keefauver.

February 20th, 2024

Our prayers for Georgia, Lance, Mark and Craig as well as all of the family. Shirley was definitely one of a kind and feel privileged to have been a part of her life. She's home now

February 20th, 2024

So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to the family. Keith & Christy Lehman

February 20th, 2024

So sorry to hear of your family's loss of your dear mother. My deepest sympathy. Linda L Windsor

February 20th, 2024

Thoughts and prayers for the Horwedel family. Bryan and Shelly Swift

February 22nd, 2024

So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Sincerely. Nancy Rutledge

February 22nd, 2024

Prayers and sympathy to Shirley’s family.Always enjoyed our conversations at the post office. We are losing a great generation. Ketra Mytich