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Dorothy Thiele Obituary

BLUE MOUND - Dorothy M. Thiele, 97, of Blue Mound, IL passed away on Monday (March 28, 2011) in her home. A service to celebrate Dorothy's life will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday (April 1, 2011) at the First Christian Church of Blue Mound. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday at Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home, Blue Mound. Burial will be in Hall Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the First Christian Church of Blue Mound or the Blue Mound Memorial Library. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.dawson-wikoff.com. Dorothy was born on February 7, 1914 in New Canton, IL, the daughter of Glenn J. and Della (Mygatt) Hart. She was a 1932 graduate of Barry High School. She worked at the Blue Mound Post Office and Montgomery Ward in Decatur. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Blue Mound where she was an active member of the Loyal Workers Sunday School Class and C.W.F., member of the Eastern Star and the Blue Mound Women's Club. Dorothy enjoyed reading and knitting and most importantly spending time with her family. She married F.B. "Peg" Thiele on September 30, 1933. He preceded her in death on September 27, 1996. Surviving are her children: Peggy J. Moma of Blue Mound, IL, Rosalind K. (John) Brady of Decatur, IL, James F. (Janet) Thiele of Forsyth, IL, Brenda (Terry) Cinotte of Appleton, WI; grandchildren: Richard (Laura) Moma, Terre (Carroll) Moma, Jeffre (Ellen) Moma, Kristopher (Kathleen) Wattelet, Colin Brady, Ryan (Brooke) Brady, LeAnn (Larry) Rhinehart, Dr. James (Lisa) Thiele, Tara (Jeff) Christiansen, Jamye (Dave) McGraw; great grandchildren: Adam (Chandra) Moma, Aaron Moma, Amy Moma, Matthew Moma, Kate Schaefer, Megan Schaefer, Jessica (Justin) Evans, Jolene Wattelet, Gabrielle Wattelet, Hannah Brady, Leah Brady, Jennifer, Nathan, Emily, JoJo, Samantha, Daniel, Benjamin, David, Adrianna, Marlee Christiansen; great-great grandchildren: Claire Schaefer and Toby Evans; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters: Marguerite and Glenna Ruth, son-in-law: Lloyd Moma. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at http://legacy.com/obituaries/herald-review/
Published by Decatur Herald & Review on Mar. 31, 2011.

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Kathleen Randall/Hill

April 5, 2011

I have such good memories of times with your parents when we were kids in Blue Mound and then in later years in Maroa. They were both special people.

April 5, 2011

On behalf of the Cheney/McClung family we send our delayed sincerest sympathy after learning of your mom's passing just today. We have such fond memories of your Mom & Dad and of all the wonderful times we shared in Maroa. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.

Melody (Baker) Lenahan

April 3, 2011

To The Thiele Family:
I remember your mother being the sweetest Lady in the world while I was growing up. She always asked how I was doing when I came in for stamps once in a while. She will be greatly missed. God be with you always. She will be forever at the Right Hand Of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Janie Young

April 1, 2011

I worked with Mr. Thiele at the Macon County Courthouse in the 1980's and met Mrs. Thiele a couple of times. They were truly wonderul people. The best.
Janie Jorgensen Young

Alicia Clark

April 1, 2011

Rosie and family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you all of you.
Love Chris Alicia and Norman Clark

Scott Marsh

March 31, 2011

To Jim, Janet, LeAnn, and family: Our prayers are with you all in your time of loss.
--Scott & Tammy

March 31, 2011

You have my deep sympathy on your loss.Gary Vermilyea

March 31, 2011

To the Thiele family I send my deepest sympathy Sorry about your MOM Lillian Beckett...

Gayle & Sheila Reed

March 31, 2011

Jim and Janny, we are so very sorry to learn of your loss. She hung on for a long time. You were so lucky to have had her that long. She will be greatly missed.

March 31, 2011

LeAnn, this is Donna Beauchamp, we met at DMH yesterday. I have been praying for you and your family. Your Grandmother sounded like a very special lady. Just wondered how things turned out for you. If you care to call, my number is, 677-2385. Prayers are with you and your family. Love, Donna

Judy Query

March 31, 2011

Jim and Jannie,

Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.

James M. Keen

March 31, 2011

To all of the Thiele/Moma families,

I send my love. Dorothy and Peg were my close neighbors and friends, as well as all their family. Dorothy was always a special sweet lady. You were so blessed to have her for so long.

March 31, 2011

Jim and Janet,

We were saddened to hear of your mother's passing. Our prayers will be with you.
Jim and Sharon Mason
Sarasota, Fl.

March 31, 2011

Colin,
I am very sorry to here about the lose of your Grandmother.
Jill Luthy

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