Wanda June Hollis, age 90, of Petersburg, passed away on Saturday December 24, 2016 at Sunny Acres Nursing Home.
She is survived by her son Dave (Judy) Hollis of Petersburg; three grandchildren, Heather (Aaron) Hesselson, Gabe Hollis, and Zack Hollis; two great-grandchildren, A.J. and Kenny; a brother, Henry (Vickie) Hillen; and several nieces and nephews.
June was born September 4, 1926 in Chandlerville, Illinois, the daughter of John Henry and Anna Marguerite Hillis Hillen.
June married Kenneth Hollis on June 27, 1947 at Westside Christian Church in Springfield. He preceded her in death on August 6, 2003.
She worked for the State of Illinois for several years before retirement.
June was a member of the Westside Christian Church in Springfield.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 from 9:00 until 10:00 AM at Mott & Henning Funeral Home in Athens. Graveside services to follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Springfield.
Rev. Vaughn Beeman will be officiating.
Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society.
Mott & Henning Funeral Home is assisting the Hollis family.
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Posted December 27th, 2016 at 1:05 pm
Dave, Judy and the family.
Your mom was one of God’s most precious persons. We will always remember her with the most fondest thoughts. Our lives were indeed made better for knowing her. May the peace of the Lord be with you now as your mom makes her journey to heaven. Love to you. Carla and Barry
Posted December 28th, 2016 at 11:56 am
My sincere condolences to you and yours during this sad time. May God be with you giving you peace and happy memories. You are in my thoughts, heart and prayers.
Posted December 28th, 2016 at 10:02 pm
Dave Judy & family
Sorry to hear of your mother passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Friends forever Roger Miller