Edna M. Fatheree (91) of Flora
Published on June 17 2022 2:30 pm
Edna Mae Fatheree, age 91, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Saturday evening, January 1, 2022, at Clay County Hospital in Flora.
She was born June 20, 1930, in Xenia, the daughter of Samuel Levi and Nettie Flossie (Cameron) Henson. She married Dallas G. Fatheree on August 28, 1973, in Flora. He preceded her in death January 5, 2014.
Edna was an avid gardener, a caring pet owner of dogs and cats over the years, and appreciated countless opportunities to go fishing throughout her lifetime while developing impressive skill at handling a rod and reel. She and Dallas also shared a love of dancing together. Edna enjoyed attending family activities and warmly welcomed visits from her grandkids over the years, making good memories that they will forever remember.
She is survived by 3 sons: Vern (Gail) Johnson of Cincinnati, Ohio, Dan (Wendy) Johnson of Flora, and James E. (Linda) Ross of Effingham; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and 1 sister and 4 brothers: Eileen Jones, Paul Henson, Noel “Doc” Henson, Sammie Henson, and Glen Henson.
A graveside committal will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 18, 2022, at Powers Cemetery, near Xenia. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Memorial donations remembering Edna are suggested to Fur A Good Paws in Flora, and these may be sent to the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, do so by clicking here.