Birth date: Aug 31, 1969 Death date: Aug 13, 2014
Celia M. Bethard, 44, of Decatur, IL passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2014 in Decatur Memorial Hospital. Celia was born on August 31, 1969 in Skokie, IL the daughter of Wayne and Mary (Empfield) Champion. She was a member of F Read Obituary
She was and I'm sure she still is an exceptional person woman mother friend acquaintance everything endearing ... I have all loving memories of her I will cherish always.
Tiffany, I am soory that I did not contact you earlier. I tried to find everyones phone numbers. But since I couldnt remember your last name ,it was very difficult.
My twin sis and I first met Celia at a natural figure & bodybuilding competition we all 3 competed in, in 2007. We shared a hotel room and had a blast just being goofy and hungry….haha. I last saw her and 6/10 children 2 summers ago as we took all our kids swimming. I can't believe I'm just finding out about her passing. She was a Jesus follower so she's in the best hands available now! My condolences to Marcus and their 10 sweethearts! Love, Tiffany
Like Patricia I met Celia at the writers group.I am also shocked and saddened by this.Anyone who would meet Celia quickly understood she was a passionate person in faith, writing and living life.The last time I saw her was around mothers day. I wished her a happy mothers day and she lite up with those simple words. It gives comfort to know she is shining brightly in the arms of her first love who has accepted her with eternal life and love.
I met Celia through a writing group that meets at Wildflour Cafe every week. I remember Celia's love of Haiku poetry. I remember her creating one Haiku after another and sharing them on blogs and tweets. She could get 1,000 followers in a day. She was amazing.I remember her passion for couponing. I ran into her one day at CVS. She had a cart full of products and paid something like a dollar. My jaw dropped in utter disbelief. "I'll teach you how," she said.I remember Celia's kindness to one of our members in our writing group who couldn't drive. She'd drive him so he could come. On one occasion she arranged a wine tasting party at his house, so he'd have company.I remember Celia's devotion to God. I am a relative newcomer to Decatur and was looking for a Church that had evening services. She invited me to her Church. She met me there and went out of her way to make me feel welcome.I remember meeting Celia's children and being awe struck at their maturity and good manners. They are Celia's true gift to the world.I miss her. Rest in peace.Patricia Lathrom
Lit a candle in memory of Celia M. Bethard
I am deeply saddened and shocked to hear of this dear ladies passing. I first met her with Decatur Chamber. She was so open and loving to everyone I was first mesmerized by her beautiful and adoringly behaved children who I saw at the Methodist Church "Ice Cream Social" of Elwin about 5 years ago. Everywhere she went she was a blessing, What an amazing gift from God we all are to have experienced her in our life's. There was a big celebration in heaven for her homecoming. May God's tender compassion and mercy be with you and your family Marcus.
I will miss seeing you get your coffee in the morning!
You will be a memory in my soul forever xxx
I remember your awesome family from Tabernacle Baptist.Praying for your awesome family.
