Deloris J. Wilson, nee English, 91, of New Athens, IL, born January 19, 1930 in Herrin, IL, passed away Sunday July 18, 2021 at Memorial Hospital in Belleville, IL. Deloris retired from St. Elizabeth Hospital in Belleville, IL.

Mrs. Wilson was preceded in death by her parents; Netter and Flora (Jernigan) English, her husband of 28 years; Edward T. Wilson, whom she married in Freeburg, IL in 1948 and who passed away January 1, 1977, brothers; Harvey, James and Bill English, sisters; Gloria Schiff, Thelma Larwinski and Margaret Schmittling and son-in-law; Gilbert Winkelman.

Deloris is survived by her children; Edward (Sharon) Wilson, Jr., Melody Winkelman, Steve (Denise) Wilson and Gloria Weissert, eight grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild and many nieces and nephews.

In keeping with Mrs. Wilson’s wishes, cremation will take place.

Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children.

Private family services will be held.

Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in New Athens, IL is in charge of arrangements.

1. Cindy Walker says:

   07/26/2021 at 8:47 am

   I send my sincerest sympathies. May God give you strength and peace.

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2. Diane Boschert says:

   07/23/2021 at 2:28 pm

   Sympathy to all the family. May you have many memories of her in your heart forever❤️

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3. Bruce Nuernberger says:

   07/23/2021 at 1:44 pm

   Sorry to hear of your Mothers passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

   Bruce and Nancy Nuernberger

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4. Stacey c shoemaker says:

   07/21/2021 at 1:48 pm

   This is still a shock,she was always there to lend a hand..she will be missed,lots of memories, and I’m thinking about all the stuff she would make.. peace be with all the family..

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5. Allen and Debra Cahoon says:

   07/21/2021 at 1:11 pm

   So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family

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6. Linda Campbell says:

   07/20/2021 at 11:23 pm

   So sorry for your loss I have alot of memories growing up down the street was my second home you will be truly missed sending prayers and hugs to all

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7. Bob & Sarah Kehrer says:

   07/20/2021 at 11:20 pm

   We extend our condolences to all the family. May she rest in peace.

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8. John & Sheila Barrale says:

   07/20/2021 at 7:45 pm

   Sorry fir your loss. Have your family in our prayers.

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9. Chiyoko Louise Gussin née Miller says:

   07/20/2021 at 6:36 pm

   Steve, I am so sorry for you and your family’s loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. 💕

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10. Mark Stehl says:

    07/20/2021 at 5:29 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Prayers of condolences and comfort to the family in your time of need. God Bless 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

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11. Keith & Cheryl Walker says:

    07/20/2021 at 12:39 pm

    Cheryl and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathies.

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    • Mark & Theresa Shoemaker says:

      07/20/2021 at 7:50 pm

      We are so sorry about the passing of Deloris. Sending love and prayers for the family.🙏❤. Going to miss you Deloris.

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12. Donna Reuss says:

    07/20/2021 at 9:13 am

    So very sorry for your loss, prayers for comfort during this difficult time.

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13. Dennis Winter says:

    07/20/2021 at 7:43 am

    Prayers for the family and friends.

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14. Bob & Lynn Harbison says:

    07/20/2021 at 1:28 am

    Ed, Sharon & Family, Bob & I are so sorry to hear about your Mom, Ed. Please accept our deepest sympathy

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    • thelma winkelmann says:

      07/21/2021 at 9:17 am

      i have fond memories of Delores at the chicken and beer dances in new athens with my sister barb,brotuer dave, and glory and mel your mom was a good woman she will be missed. prayers for her and family, so sorry

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