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Dennis W. Koester

Dennis W. Koester

KOESTER

Dennis W. Koester, 67, of Schuline, IL, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2020 at home.

Dennis was born on November 14, 1952  in Red Bud, Illinois to Wilbert and Ruby Koester nee Tillock. Dennis married Mary Lou Clark on January 16, 1999 and she survives.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his loving wife – Mary Lou Koester of Schuline, IL. Two sons – Jonathan Koester of Champaign, IL and Scott (Sarah) Koester of Ellis Grove, IL. Two daughters – Lisa Koester of Chester, IL and Tammy (Mark) Surman of Chester, IL. Three grandchildren – Bradley Surman, Brianna Surman and Arlo Koester.  Two brothers – Randy (Julie) Koester of Red Bud, IL and Harvey (Lela) Koester of New Athens, IL. One sister – Donna (Dennis) Voss of  Prescott Valley, AZ.

Dennis enjoyed hunting, especially deer and squirrel hunting. He was a former propane truck driver for Wayne Distributing.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family for their wishes.

Visitation will be held at Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home in Sparta, IL on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Funeral Services will be held at Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home in Sparta, IL on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at 11:00 a.m.

Interment:  Burial will be held at Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery in Walsh, IL.

Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home in Sparta, IL is in charge of arrangements.

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  1. Denise Ebers says:

    Our prayers and deepest sympathy for his family.

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  1. Our prayers and deepest sympathy for his family.

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