Lilah L. West's Obituary
Lilah L. West, 72, of Decatur, passed away, Saturday, December 1, 2012 in her home.
Lilah was born May 30, 1940 in Decatur, daughter of William E. and Kathleen A. (Long) Russell, Sr. A member of Central Baptist Church, Lilah worked in housekeeping at St. Mary's Hospital for 34 years before retiring. She married Marion West August 28, 1959 in Decatur and he preceded her in death July 16, 2002. Also preceding her in death were her parents, daughter Brenda, one brother and one sister.
Surviving is her daughter, Barbara Holmes of Decatur; grandchildren: Jessica Holmes and Heather Holmes of Decatur; great grandchildren: Arius, Mariah and Adrian Owens; and brother, William E. (Kay) Russell, Jr, of Metropolis.
The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Wade and the staff at Cancer Care Specialists.
Visitation will be Tuesday, December 4, 2012 from 5 to 8 pm in the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Services to celebrate her life will be 10 am, Wednesday, December 5, 2012 in the funeral home. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery concluding with the "Flight Home" ceremony. Memorials: Cancer Care Specialists.
The West family is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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