Gertrude "Trudy" B. Bean's Obituary
Gertrude “Trudy” B. Bean, 86, of Decatur, IL, died Friday, February 9, 2018 at Fair Havens Christian Village in Decatur.
Gertrude was born September 1, 1931 in Rochester, NY the daughter of Walter and Mildred (Bratten) Battles. She married Wallace Bean on May 6, 1950. He preceded her in death on January 12, 2018. She was also preceded in death by her sister June.
Trudy loved animals and was an avid bowler.
Surviving are her children, David Bean (Kathie) of Decatur, Kenneth Bean (Rosemarie) of Decatur, Julia Wrigley (Paul) of Decatur; grandchildren, Angelia Bean, Darrell Bean, Gary Bean, Justin Bean; great grandchildren, Kristin, Erika, Hannah, Angela, Daniel and Dillon.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 17, 2018 at Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 17, 2018 at Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home. Private burial will be held at Graceland Cemetery.
Memorials: Macon County Animal Shelter.
The Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Trudy. Condolences may be left to the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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