Barbara Brilley's Obituary
Barbara Brilley, 67, of Decatur passed away on Monday, December 29, 2014 in Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Barbara was born December 13, 1947, in Decatur, IL., the daughter of Robert and Thelma Brilley. Barbara was the Founder and Executive Director of Illinois “WINGS” Women Involved Nurturing Giving and Sharing. She was devoted to providing care to women that were uninsured and under insured. She tried to make sure that they received proper medical treatment.
Barbara is survived by her mother Thelma Brilley of Decatur, brother Bob Brilley of Decatur, sisters Sandy Jennings of Decatur, Susie (Jim) Peck of Decatur, Cecelia Heinrich of O’Fallon, Linda Brilley of Decatur, and a host of nieces and nephews, special friends Roger Heinrich, and Patrick Bucknam.
She was reunited in heaven with her father Robert Brilley Sr., adopted sister Sherry Wright, brother-in-law Tom Roney
The Brilley family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Dawood, Dr. Adai, Dr. Covalt, Dr. Patel, favorite nurse Ruby, and the staff of Eagle Ridge and Symphony of Decatur. “She loved all of you”.
Services to celebrate Barbara’s life will be 11am Saturday, January 10, 2015 at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Inurnment will be in Graceland Cemetery and conclude with the “Flight Home” ceremony. In lieu of flowers, memorials are directed to the Decatur Macon County Senior Center, 1430 N. 22nd. Street, Decatur, Il. Family requested casual attire.
The family of Barbara Brilley 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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