Arthur G. Wilmert's Obituary
Decatur-Arthur G. Wilmert, 79, of Decatur, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Decatur.
Arthur was born June 22, 1936 in Lincoln, Illinois, the son of Julius H. and Louise Rebecca Wilmert. He proudly served his country in the USMC Reserves. He was previously employed as an insurance representative. Arthur enjoyed woodworking and gardening. He married Mary Ellen (Turner) Kilman September 23, 1990. She preceded him in death September 22, 2002.
Arthur leaves behind his daughter Lori (Troy) Fishel of Lincoln, sister Marilyn Scott of Texas, grandchildren Tisha (Christopher) Matson of East Peoria, Alyssa (Derek) Ballard of Decatur, and Tyler Horchem of Lincoln, and two great-grandchildren.
Arthur was preceded in death by his parents, wife, two brothers, and daughter Wendy Strocher.
Private family graveside services to celebrate Arthur’s life will be held. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to National MS Society
P.O. Box 4527 New York, NY 10163.
The family of Arthur G. Wilmert is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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