1937
2011
Ellen Lavon (Tootie) Axelson, 74, of Davis, IL passed away on June 17, 2011. Born March 3, 1937 in Galena, IL the daughter of Floyd and Vonie Martin. Married Wayne Axelson on May 2, 1953. He was the love of her life. He passed away in 2009. They loved doing crafts together and the RV. She had 2 craft stores before retiring. She sang on WBEC Beloit Radio and was a member of the Hayloft Jamboree. Survivors include her children, Rick (Sheila) of MO; sister, Darlene Merideth of Aberdeen, WA; grandchildren, Mary Ellen Lurah, Rossie Jennings and Ryan Axelson; many great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents; husband; daughter, Traci; son, Wayne Lee; 3 brothers and 6 sisters. Funeral Services at 10 am on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services, 7000 W. State St. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation 1 hour prior to the service. Tributes to the family at www.mem.com
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June 30, 2011
Rick Axelson
Thanks to Everone who took time to Remember mom in this Guest Book..As we all know she was always there for for us.She was my Rock..Someone I could always count on when everything went wrong..Nothing Or Nobody can replace that..Life will NEVER be the same for me without My Mom & Dad..They are together again now..Again thanx to everyone for the Love Shown here.GOD BLESS,And lets NEVER forget the Good Times with MOM&DAD..Love,RICK
June 22, 2011
Roselyn Birchfield
Still can't believe you are gone. Will miss our talks about Mary Ellen, Rosie, the great grand babies, all the great advice you used to give, and just our talks in general. You were a wonderful friend and will be missed dearly.
Sorry for your loss Ricky, Ellen was a wonderful woman.
June 21, 2011
Debbie Merideth
Aunt Tootie,
Love you Too!
I will miss talking to you before bed time each night.
Love you,
June 21, 2011
Darlene Merideth
Tootie,
I'll miss all our talks we had each night going down memory lane, laughing, crying about what happened in our lives. All the good times we had singing...watching Debbie's face as she laughed talking to you. My heart hurts that you are gone...but your in God's hands now. Your gone but never forgotten.
With love your Sister
June 21, 2011
Sherry Copas
Ricky
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I have so many memories of our childhood and Aunt Tootie will be missed. My prayers are with you and your family.
June 21, 2011
Mary Lorah
So sorry for your loss Uncle Ricky, Grandma was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love ya!
June 21, 2011
Bob Merideth
Aunt Tootie,
You'll be missed by all. Rest in peace!
Much Love,
Your Nephew
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