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I never thought that morning would be the last time I would get the chance to say "I love you" or the last time our son would get to tell his daddy goodbye. We all think of you everyday and miss you lots. If only you could've stayed with us longer...you could've seen your daughter born and grow into the beautiful little girl she is now. You would be proud of our son too. He is just like you. We all miss you and love you.

"If tears could build a stairway
and memories a lane,
I'd walk right up to Heaven,
And bring you home again."
(I have no idea who wrote that, but nothing could be closer to the truth)

You were our first little boy and we loved you dearly. Unfortunately, we only had you for such a short time before you went away! You are always in our thoughts and will never forget you. Love, mom and dad

Our twenty five years together was not enough time spent with you. I would give anything to have you back but I know you will always be by my side and forever in my memory. Thank you for the wonderful life and children we had together. I will always treasure every day spent with you and I'll love you forever. Your Di

My Dearest Mom, To leave this world at the age of 60 was too soon for those of us left behind. The memories of our happy days together far out shine the days of struggle, the days of sadness and the emptiness I feel each day. You are my Mom and I will always be proud of who you became..... I Love You Mom!!!! Karen

If you were only here now to see how well you 3 children have done on their own, you would be so proud. I know you were here for my wedding and I know you'll be here when we have kids, but my life will never be totally complete without you. You are such a wonderfull person. Always making sure we had what we wanted before you would buy something for youself. Pete and I bought the house from dad because I wanted to make sure that you are always with me. I miss you and love you very much. You have no idea how much you have made an impact on my life. Please keep looking over Pete and I, Cris and Greg, Jimmy and Jess and dad. Please give ALF a big hug and kiss for me. I love you always & forever. Love your daughter, Deena

Eric was my best friend and the one person that I could tell everything. He had a style about him that never faltered and he always advised me on what looked good on me. He was taken way too soon and will never be forgotten. He will always be young and beautiful in my minds eye. I cannot remember the year of his birth or the date he was taken away as this time was just too painful for me. On the day he died I rushed over to the hospital from work but was told that the doctor needed to talk to me. In my heart I knew what that meant but I prayed that I was wrong. I never got to say good-bye to Eric but I know I will be reunited with him when my time comes. Rest in peace, sweet angel.

My dad.

My beloved mother, Alberta S. Eilts, died at 11:15 a.m. on February 15, 1986, at St. Mary's Hospital in Streator, Illinois following a short illness. Her funeral was held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18 at Winterrowd Funeral Home, Streator, the Rev. Frederick Jensen officiating. Burial was at Hillcrest Cemetery in Streator. Visitation was held from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Alberta was born on April 10, 1917, in Ottawa, Illinois, a daughter of Gilbert and Isabelle (Falk) Sheridan. She married Armin Eilts on June 12, 1946, in Streator. He survives. Also surviving were two daughters, Kathleen Bryant of Streator and Sandra Eilts of Aurora, Illinois. She was also survived by one brother, Charles Seward of Sebastian, Florida, one sister, Evelyn Prater of Winnebago, Illinois, several nieces and nephews and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and several brothers and sisters. She lived all of her life in the Streator area and was formerly employed by Sun Star Food Corp. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Streator. She is greatly missed by her family and all her friends. She was a very special person and the world is emptier without her. Her whole family will be looking forward to joining her some day on the other side.

Mom, You've been gone now for eleven years, but we still miss you as much as ever. Nothing happens in our lives that we don't wish we could share with you. You would have loved the great-grandchildren that have been born since you left us and, for sure, they would have loved you. You were my best friend and I miss you so. Now Dad has joined you and I'm sure that the two of you are catching up on the eleven years you were separated by death. Hold a place for us for someday all of us will be joining you.

My beloved father, Armin V. Eilts, 77, of 1105 Bilger St. died died at 4:12 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 1997 at St. Mary's Hospital in Streator, Illinois. A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 18 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church with the Rev. Herb Priester officiating. Music was provided by pianist and singer, Ann Priester. Burial was in Hillcrest Memorial Park following the service. There was no visitation. Hagi Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Born Aug. 14, 1919, in Wenona, he was the son of George and Blanche (Everett) Eilts. He married Alberta (Sheridan) Eilts on June 12, 1946, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Streator, Illinois. She died on February 15, 1986. He is survived by daughters, Kathleen (Mrs. Michael) Bryant of Streator and Sandra Eilts of Aurora, Illinois. He is also survived by five grandchildren (Cheri Bryant, Jennifer Bryant, David Bryant, Jeff Eilts, Kristen Majerchin), four great-grandchildren (Blake Martin, Travis Sizelove, Chelsy Williams, Shelby Williams), a brother, John Eilts, of Streator, and a sister, Lois (Mrs. Byron) Moody of Nekoosa, Wisconsin. He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. He attended Wenona Schools and was a 1937 Wenona High School graduate. He was employed as a machinist at Argonne National Laboratory for many years. He also owned and operated Eilts Railing Company before retiring in 1991. A Streator and Wenona resident, he served in the United States Air Corps overseas in Europe during WWII. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. A loving father and thoughtful friend, he is greatly missed by all who knew him. Heaven may shine a little brighter with his death, but the world is a darker place without him in it. We will look forward to joining him and Mom when our time on Earth is done.

Dad, you were the greatest father, grandfather and great-grandfather the world has ever known. You spent your entire life giving to everyone and taking very little back in return. Losing you has left all of us feeling empty and lost, but we know that you are happy fishing, bowling and especially roller skating with mom now in the everlasting. We continue on with our lives here, but will never stop missing you.

As time goes by, I become so many parts of you. The parts that I said "never" the parts I didn't comprehend, The parts that are so loving that I hope will never end. There are still times when I think, "I'll give ma a call." And then I remember that I have to be content with the little talks we have through communication of the soul. I need to let you know what a good mom you were and what a strong woman I've become because of it. I need to let you know that I understand what a difficult job you had and how I admire you for your strengths; and how I now understand your weaknesses for I too have them both and I appreciate what you endowed me with.

I know you watch and guide me with raising Brittani and she knows about Great Grandma and wishes she could spend time with you, so I explain that although she can not see you: you spend time with her.

I'm glad that you're my mother for without your guidance and love I couldn't be the person I am.
We are always in touch because we've never truly been apart.
Love, Sharon

Twelve years have gone by since dad left. It was time for him to rest for the previous eight years had been frought with ill health and the fear only an alzhiemer's patient could know. Despite his loss of memory and time,he remembered me up to the time he left.
Dad, I want you to know that you are with me for time immemorial and I still love you as much or more than ever before. As I grow older myself, I feel your presence with me so there are only times of joy that we continue to share. I know you are no longer trapped in a world of pain and fear and now travel the universe of God, a free and happy spirit.
I love you so much and am blessed to be your daughter.
Sharon

My brother Jonathan died from a childhood cancer at the age of 19. He was a happy, warm and loving young man who always put his family first, before all else. He was a good boy with beautiful blue eyes and a bright smile who brought joy and happiness everywhere he went. He was a terrific brother who would have done anything for his two sisters. He never did drugs or drank or smoked, so it is unclear why God chose to take him. We are angry he is gone, yet glad for the precious time we had with him. He was always the first one with a joke and the first to laugh and always the last to stop laughing. He had a certain teddy-bear quality that the girls loved, and he was protective of his family and friends. I loved him with all my heart and soul, and will love him till I die, for he was my wonderful brother. I only hope that when I have children I can instill in them the values that their Uncle Jon lived by, and then I will know that they will grow to be good and kind and loving people. I love you Jon and I miss you more than anything.-Bekki