Isabell Kay Moews-Manning, 75, of Bradford, passed away at 11:13 p.m. on Tuesday, March 23, 2010, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center.
She was born in Peoria on February 16, 1935, a daughter of Dutch and Garnet (Miller) Schaffer. She was formerly married Jacob “Red” Moews. In 1996, she married Larry Lee Manning. He preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents; step-son, David Manning; and two brothers, Frankie and Johnny Schaffer.
Isabell is survived by her children, Larry (Sue) Moews of Bowling Green, KY, Sharon (Keith) Skaggs of Peoria, Janice (Troy) Riekena of Bradford, John (Tammy) Moews of Whiteland, IN and Lisa Parker of Peoria; siblings, Ruby Catterall of Madison, WI, Alvina Wroblewski of Peoria, Jean Patroff of Peoria, Gerald (Patty) Schaffer of Peoria and Elizabeth “Bambi” (Fred) Marcille of Peoria; sister-in-law, Jane Schaffer of Mapleton; several grandchildren and great-grand children; and many nieces and nephews.
She was raised at St. Boniface Parish in Peoria and recently attended St. Philomena Parish in Peoria, with her daughter, Lisa.
Isabell retired in 1994, after over forty years of service, as a general manager for Steak ‘n Shake on North Adams, Main and Pioneer Park.
She was a member of the Peoria Fifty Sister’s Red Hat Club and Knights of Columbus St. Jude Council 4333 Fifty-Five Club.
Isabell enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. Her number one passion in life was her children and grandchildren. She most enjoyed Christmas and her annual trip to Florida with her children and grandchildren. She also enjoyed talking on the phone with her brothers and sisters.
She will be remembered most for her loving, caring heart and for being the world’s greatest mother and grandmother.
Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. on Friday, March 26, 2010, at Lutheran Cemetery in Peoria, with Fr. Donald R. Henderson officiating. Following services, the family will host a luncheon to celebrate Isabell’s life at the Knights of Columbus St. Jude Council 4333, 3523 West Hill, in Peoria.
Memorial contributions may be made in Isabell’s memory to the Bradford Senior’s Club.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Clary Funeral Home, 428 West McClure Avenue, in Peoria.
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Lisa & Steve Snyder |
Deepest Sympathy |
March 26, 2010 |
We are so sorry for your family. We hope you find comfort with each other and friends by sharing all the special memories you have of Isabell. We are thinking of you. Love & Peace, Lisa & Steve
Al & Susie Maxwell |
Isabell Manning |
March 26, 2010 |
Our thoughts and prayers are with you . We have wonderful memories of your Mom
She was a blessing to know Our deepest sympathy to you all.
God Bless you all
Alvin and Susie
Sheila and Mike Ray |
We've been blessed |
March 25, 2010 |
Thank you, for sharing your mom with all of us. Izzy was a great friend, wonderful mother and a blessing to everyone who knew her. She always had a smile on her face, love in her heart and laughter all around her. Her family was always the most important part of her life and she was so very proud of each of you.
Thank you, for allowing my family to be a part of yours. Our life has been blessed by your family in so many way. We love all of you and know we are here for you.
Sheila and Mike
Bartonville, IL
Valerie Hertz-Kusz |
Boca Val |
March 25, 2010 |
Deep sense of loss, for my dear friend, "IS", my thoughts and
prayers to the family.
Valerie C. Hertz-Kusz, aka, "Dutch"
Boca Val ~
Suzie and Don Lancaster |
Deepest Sympathy |
March 25, 2010 |
Don and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to Isabell's family. She was a wonderful lady, and I'll remember always the bond we had when Isabell, Amy, Bonnie and myself and our husbands were together each day taking care of Larry at Mom's house. It was, as they say, the best of times because we were all together crying, laughing, and keeping each other strong, but most definitely, the worst of times for us, too. Her cooking was phenomenal! Other than my Mother, she was the best cook there was. Isabell was a wonderful Sister-in-Law and I'll cherish my memories of her in my heart forever. We will miss her very much.