Irene Whittington's Obituary
Decatur – Irene Whittington, 89, of Decatur, IL, passed away Monday, April 23, 2018, at Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Irene was born December 8, 1928, in Weldon, IL, the daughter of Buford and Z. Bitha (Tucker) Walters. She worked at Woolworth’s stores in Chicago and retired from the Decatur store after 45 years.
Surviving is her daughter, Jacalyn “Jackie” (Dan) Robinson of Decatur; brother, Jerry (Linda) Walters of Farmington, MO; sister, Marty Hiter of Clinton; fur baby Laddie; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Irene was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Rosie Phillips.
Visitation will be 10 am until the service time of 11 am, Saturday, April 28, 2018, in the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery.
The family suggests taking a friend to lunch and remembering good times with Irene for a memorial.
The family of Irene Whittington is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL 62526. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Video Tribute for Irene Whittington: https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/28KC6QYWD6J4CZQH
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