Mary Eloise Fauth, nee O’Rear, 90, of Marissa, IL, born January 19, 1932, in Jasper, AL to Wiley and Hattie (Smith) O’Rear, passed away Sunday evening November 6, 2022, at Cedarhurst Senior Living Center in Sparta, IL.  Mrs. Fauth was a farmwife but had also worked at Sparta Light Metals.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband – Clyde John Fauth, whom she married on August 30, 1953, in Corinth, MS, a brother – Charles (and the late Roxie) O’Rear, daughter-in-law – Mary Sue (Steinheimer) Fauth, sister-in-law – Betty Eggemeyer and two great granddaughters – Brooke and Piper Cahoon.

Mary is survived by her son – John Edward (Janet) Fauth of New Athens, IL, two brothers – Donald (Donna) O’Rear and Harold (Brenda) O’Rear, two grandchildren – Andrew (Autumn) Fauth and Erin (Greg Cahoon) Fauth, four great grandchildren – Skyler, Aubrie and Harmon Fauth and Chet Cahoon, four step grandchildren – Julie (John) Shepard, Jennifer (Conan) King, Nicole Newbury, Amanda (Vance) Dublo, six step great-grandchildren, six step great-great grandchildren and numerous wonderful nieces, nephews and friends.

Memorials may be made to Friedens United Church of Christ in Marissa, IL or to Vitas Hospice.

Funeral:  Graveside memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday November 16, 2022, at Marissa TWP Cemetery in Marissa, IL with Rev. Brett Palmer officiating.

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

1. Janice Mathenia says:

   11/18/2022 at 9:12 pm

   John I’am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing she was one great lady! I got to know your Mom when I worked at Steinhoff Shaw Pharmacy! I worked there probably three years when they had that kitchen but I also helped on the floor! I always waited on your Mom to come in because I enjoyed talking to her! John, she always talked about how proud she was of you! Eloise go fly high to that mountain! I always loved you Mom!!

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2. Barbara Trieb Sweet says:

   11/14/2022 at 10:24 pm

   I will always appreciate the encouragement and support your Mom and Dad gave to my brother Bob Trieb. Being a successful farmer was all he ever wanted to do.
   Fun and laughter at Edwin and Mary’s homestead are in my special memories for sure.
   I hope your are able to find peace in your special memories as well.

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3. Sandra Sparling says:

   11/10/2022 at 7:01 am

   John I am so sorry for the loss. Prayers for peace and comfort for you and your family

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   • Tammy (Hession) McHan says:

     11/11/2022 at 2:05 pm

     I will miss i dearly Aunt Ellie. I have the most wonderful memories with you as I grew up and I’m So thankful I got to visit with you recently. You always made my summers so fun filled and I felt so loved by you And Uncle Clyde. You will always be in my heart and in my memories.

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4. Holly Franny says:

   11/09/2022 at 8:16 am

   John and family
   Thinking of you and family. She always had a smile when she met you. Take care.Fran and family.

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5. Karen Forsythe Knight says:

   11/08/2022 at 5:36 pm

   John, I am sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of your mother. My sympathy to you and your family.

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6. Victoria Rowland Reinkoester says:

   11/08/2022 at 2:11 pm

   John, you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. I remember your momma.

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7. Dorothy Bollmeier says:

   11/08/2022 at 2:11 pm

   Eloise was such a lovely lady. My sympathy to all who loved her.

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8. Denise K Vuichard says:

   11/08/2022 at 12:36 pm

   Sorry for your loss.

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9. Lea and John Barrett says:

   11/08/2022 at 12:09 pm

   John, Janet and other family members,

   We offer our heartfelt sympathy upon the loss of your wonderful mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and dear friends. Eloise was such a joy to us! She was a brilliant lady who brightened every place where she entered. What a way she had with words! We will treasure the precious time spent in her company, forever. Blessings to you, all, as you celebrate her life and move through your grief.

   Lea and John Schickedanz Barrett

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10. Jane Schaeffer says:

    11/08/2022 at 9:27 am

    I’m so sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing John. I have the sweetest memories of both her & your Dad. Great people!
    My thoughts & prayers are with you.

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11. Cathy Sinn Flowers says:

    11/07/2022 at 8:39 pm

    John, I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. May she Rest In Peace.

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