Margaret Utley's Obituary
Decatur- Margaret M. (Lucas) Utley, 95 of Decatur, passed away Tuesday July 20, 2010 in her home surrounded by her family.
Mass of Christian burial to celebrate Margaret's life will be Friday July 23, at St. Patrick Catholic Church at 11:15 a.m. with Father Jeff Grant celebrant. Visitation will be for one hour prior to service at the church. Interment will be in Graceland cemetery with the 'Flight Home' Ceremony to follow. The family suggests memorials be made to St. Patrick School. Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with these arrangements. Online memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Mrs. Utley was born in Decatur on August 25, 1914 the daughter of Frank and Agnes (Zakrzewski) Lucas. Mrs. Utley was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and a homemaker.
Surviving is her daughter: Joyce and husband John Wagner of Decatur and several grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son, one daughter, five brothers, and two sisters.
The family would like to express a sincere thank you to St. Johns Hospice for the care given to their mother especially Sandy.
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