BORN

1939

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Davison-Fulton/Anderson Chapel

815 North Fourth Street

Chillicothe, Illinois

Carolyn Bredeman Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 15, 2014.

Carolyn Bredeman, age 74, of Chillicothe, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
Carolyn was born on May 23, 1939 in West Frankfort, IL to Stad and Nora (Shelton) Myers. She married Bill Bredeman on October 13, 1962 in Peoria. Bill and Carolyn lived in Castro Valley, CA for six years before moving to Chillicothe.
Carolyn is survived by her husband, Bill; her children, Scott (Jeanette) Bredeman of Rome, IL, Melissa (Jesse) Ruff of Streator, IL and Barry (Andrea) Bredeman of Chillicothe, IL; seven grandchildren, Dusty Bredeman, Hannah Bredeman, Olivia Ruff, Alexandra Ruff, Carter Ruff, Bennett Bredeman and Nora Bredeman; one sister, Aline (Dolph) Simpson of Carlsbad, NM and one brother, Tom (Nell) Myers of Benton, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Jack and Bill.
Carolyn was a Real Estate Broker. She owned and operated Century 21 Showcase Properties in Chillicothe and then worked for Jim Maloof Realtor, retiring in 1992. She was of the Methodist faith and was a member of the Peoria Evening Gardening Club. She was passionate about gardening and she loved to cross stitch, cook and spend time with her grandchildren.
Services will be held on Monday, January 20, 2014 at 6pm at Davison-Fulton Anderson Chapel in Chillicothe with visitation starting at 4pm. Rev. Lon Alderman will be officiating. Cremation rites will be accorded following the services. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Patient Access Network Foundation.

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January 20, 2014

Larry & Arlene Martell

Our prayers and sympathy to your family.
Sincerely,

January 20, 2014

Alan & Susan , Jennie, Matt, Jeffrey Martell

May God's peace be with you all.
You have our deepest sympathy.
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January 19, 2014

Jan Webster

Bill, so sorry to read of Carolyn's passing. I am not sure you will remember me, but I am a friend of Sam and Donna Montooth and we all went canoeing together at current river. My prayers are with you. Jan Webster

January 19, 2014

Sam & Donna Montooth

Bill and family ... so sorry for your loss. We just happened to see Carolyn's obituary and wanted let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

January 18, 2014

Mark T Ryan

A life well lived by a fine lady and good person as reflected by her children. Prayers of faith and strength to her family and Godspeed to Mrs. Bredeman!

January 18, 2014

sorry about your loss.
poss ashurst

January 17, 2014

Chad and Kristin Rickey

Barry, Andrea, and family, we continue to send our prayers your way. What a beautiful woman. Although I did not have the privilege of knowing her directly, I am certain she had an amazing heart, not only because of the wonderful son she raised, but also because of all the kind things I have heard she has done for others. Continue to cherish these memories, now and always. Praying for an amazing amount of peace in the days to come.

January 17, 2014

Deborah Guittar

Hanna and family so sorry to hear about your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with you. Deb,Danny,&Barney

January 17, 2014

Marian Crull

We are so sorry to hear about Carolyn's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Bill and your family. Marian and Harry Crull, Mesa, AZ

January 17, 2014

Theresa Wallace Harayda

So sorry for your loss.

January 17, 2014

Frank and Pat Douthit

Carol was a dear friend and we miss her already. Bill, Scott. Melissa and Barry, you have our deepest sympathy. Florida is sad. Her grandchildren and her flowers were her blessings. Nothing will seem the same without her soft voice and gentle smile.

January 17, 2014

Denise Passage

Carolyn was a true blessing and she will be greatly missed. My prayers are with the family during this time of loss. God Bless

January 17, 2014

Pat Sarver

Bill,Scott,Melissa,Barry & families, Sorry for your loss, you all are in my prayers.

January 17, 2014

John King

Bill, so sorry to hear of your loss.

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