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Funeral: 12 noon Friday, March 8, 2019, at Flora Community of Christ Church
Visitation: 10 a.m. until time of service at the church
Interment: Elmwood Cemetery, Flora
Lucille G. (Henson) Anderson, age 94, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Sunday afternoon, March 3, 2019, at Flora Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.
She was born June 9, 1924, in Flora, the daughter of Otto Ruben and Rebecca (Coil) Henson. She married Samuel Edgar Anderson on January 22, 1942, in Flora and together they have celebrated 77 years of marriage. Sam resided with Lucille at Flora Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.
Lucille worked outside the home slightly, until 1959, when she was a Nurse’s Aide at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Taylorville, Illinois. Shortly after moving back to Flora, Lucille decided to become a career professional. During the summer of 1960 Lucille went to St. Louis, MO and received training to be owner and operator of a Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio which then was located at the West Edge of Flora. Lucille continued operating Merle Norman Cosmetics at their residence located at 419 E. North Avenue for 56 years until she retired at the age of 92. Lucille additionally helped Sam in various businesses throughout their life. Lucille raised four children, was dedicated to her Church work in which she and Sam were faithful leaders. Lucille coordinated the Clay County Fair Queen Pageant for numerous years during the 60’s and early 70’s, along with coordinating makeup design for the Flora High School Band and Drama Club. During spare time, Lucille’s hobbies were dedicated to cooking, gardening, and taking care of her flowers. Lucille was known for baking angel food cakes and delivering them throughout the community. She will be remembered for helping and assisting people over the years with their basic needs.
Lucille is survived by her husband, Sam E. Anderson of Flora; three sons: Sam P. Anderson and his wife Ramona of North Padre, TX, Michael Anderson and his wife Kayla of Flora, Russell R. Anderson and his wife Denise of McLeansboro; one daughter: Celia Anderson Dempsey and her husband Dave Merrihew of Flora; 13 grandchildren: Holly Taylor, Robin Jackson and her husband Kemp, Bronson Anderson and his wife Jennifer, Clark Anderson and his wife Heather, Michael Tyler Anderson and his wife Donna, J.B. Anderson and his wife Marisol, Samuel Tyler Mink and his wife Lexi, Carmen Anderson Jones and husband James, Russell Aaron Anderson and his wife: Jami, Derek Lake and his wife Kristine, Marshall Andrew Lake and his wife Callie, Jodi West, and Jenny Wieseman and her husband Craig, Russell; 20 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; and special friend: Margaret Duke. Lucille was preceded in death by her parents; a brother: Otis R. Henson; and a sister: Lorraine Etchison.
A funeral service will be held 12 noon Friday, March 8, 2019 at Community of Christ Church in Flora, with Pastor Russell Anderson officiating and Phil Rogers assisting. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery, Flora. Visitation will be 10 a.m. until time of service at the church. Arrangements are in the care of Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to Flora Community of Christ Church or Clay County Cancer Support Group and will be accepted through the funeral home.
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So sorry for your loss
So sorry for your loss!
Such a sweet lady. Sorry for your loss.
We are sorry to hear of Lucille's passing. She was such a beautiful lady both inside and out. I always enjoyed little visits with her and loved going to her Merle Norman studio. She was an expert in her field. Sam and family, you are in our prayers . I know she will be missed. Rest peacefully, Lucille.
Lucille was such a kind, caring, and beautiful women. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. I pray for peace and comfort for the entire family and her many friends during this difficult time. May you always hold all of your memories of sweet Lucille close and cherish them always.
So very sorry for your loss. Lucille a was one of a kind special lady. Prayers to the family.
Heaven has gained an angel. Lucille had a smile and a kind word for every person she met. She will be missed by all that were lucky enough to have known her. Prayers of comfort for her family.
So sorry for your loss. Love and prayers for the family! I have such fond memories of Lucille.
This makes me so sad Lucile was always a ray of sunshine she truly was a classy lady. I always enjoyed going and getting my make up she would always take time and show me anything new and she made you fill so welcome. God bless you all she will be missed.
May she rest in peace.A beautiful LADY on Earth as she will be in Heaven
We are very sorry for your family’s loss. We know she will be missed by many who loved and knew her.
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers for all the family.
Sorry for your loss.
My family and I extend our sincere condolences. Lucille was one of a kind, so kind and a true Christian woman. She has always been a favorite with my family.
Just learned of Lucille’s passing. We are so very sorry. Lucille lived a full life. God blessed you all to have had her so many years!
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. Prayers for your family .
Lucille was a very special woman! We are so sorry to hear of her passing! Our prayers are for you all forGod's peace and comfort!
Beautiful lady.
So sorry for your loss Sam and family. She was such a good friend to me and will be missed everyday.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our heart felt prayers for her family.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and blessing for all the family. The world has lost a beautiful and gracious spirit.
We are SO sorry for your loss. We are keeping your family in our prayers. May the Lord guide and comfort you and send his peace to you all as well.
Mike, Kayla and family we are saddened to hear of Lucille’s passing. Prayers and comfort in the days ahead.
Lucille was such a beautiful, caring lady. She had a way of making each person who entered her business feel so welcome. Stopping in was like visiting with family. Precious memories will always keep her close.
So sorry for the loss Lucille...a beautiful loving woman who raised a wonderful family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all...Love Lisa
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Lucille. My prayers will be with you all.
Prayers of God's comfort and peace. Our love to you Cecelia.
What words can I find to say "Thanks" to my favorite aunt? For now, my tears of gratitude is the best way. Aunt Lucille always had a smile, a hug and a kiss for me throughout my life. She often made a good home cooked meal and a fantastically delicious blackberry pie for me when I visited. I was always welcome in her home and life. She showed great interest in my life and love to me always. Many times she did things for me that reminded me of the importance, value and strength of family. I always appreciated her and her role in my life. One of the great matriarchs of the Henson family now leaves us her legacy. It is me who has been richly blessed by my Aunt Lucille. I am grateful that our life journeys were in the same eternal time. Enjoy her, God. She will likely fix your hair and put makeup on you. Thank you, Aunt Lucille and your whole family. Mark Henson
Lucille was a wonderful and caring person. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Praying for comfort for you.
How blessed this community has been with a friend like Lucille. Of course we cant hardly say Lucille without Sams name following. What a wonderful love they have. Total dedication to one another. I have had the privilege to feel like family as many of us have been for 17yrs. My love for you Lucille and all your family will be there forever. God bless you all and just know the whole community is better off for having your Mother as their friend. All my blessing to you. Rita
So sorry for your loss. Lucille was a very special lady. Always a professional, and so fun to visit with. She will be missed!
Lucille touched many lives, she will be missed.
Ceila, so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Had no clue this was your mom. Thankful you have a wonderful man beside u. Luv u both...Mr. and Mrs Dave Merrihew.🥀
Sam & children-I am so sorry for your loss. I loved Lucille dearly. She was a beautiful woman. May God be with you all at this time.
As we think of your mom, the word that comes to mind is "classy." What a wonderful legacy she has left in our community through her civic involvement and her wonderful family. Much love to you all.
You lite up my world with your friendship Lucille. I Love You. Rita
Thinking of you Cecelia & Russ ... Flora years were the best ...
Burn as brightly as you did here on Earth ...
Sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Always enjoyed visiting your home as your mother was always so warm and inviting. Our prayers are with you and your family.
So sorry for your loss Lucille,was a very special lady. Prayers for the family.
My thoughts and prayers are with Sam and family. Lucille was a very special lady..her kindness always shone through to everyone. She will definitely be missed.
Very special lady! your family are in our prayers!
Always found time during returns to Flora (over many long years) to find and visit with Sam and Lucille. A great couple! My condolences to Sam and the rest of the family.
To my ole neighbor, she was the best lady ever,oh we had many good visits and we had many stories to share,,,, We laughed hard at some of our stories she was an amazing wonderful woman myself and my five children just loved her so much, there will never be another Lucille, ,so miss Lucille you Rip now,, may God be with you always , our sincerest condolences to the entire family,,,, ,from us all Linda,mandy,joe Jason, megan ,and billy
Sorry for your loss! Prayers for your family!
Oh Lucille you were my best neighbor ever we shared many stories we talked almost every day,,, me and my five children loved you to pieces ,, and some of our talks turned into us laughing so hard we bout,, well you know,, you were such a dear friend,,, rip now my friend,,, may God be with you always,,,, Linda mandy,joe,megan jason , billy
Anderson family - my thought and prayers are with you. I have so many fond memories of Lucille as I felt her home was my second home. I loved her. She was the one who introduced makeup to me and how to pluck my eyebrows(I thought she was punishing me the first time she did that). Lucille I loved you and I will miss seeing you. No more pain so Rest in Peace.
So sorry to hear about your mother passing. A very sweet lady. Our prayers are with you all.
My sympathy and love to the family. Lucille was a lovely woman. I was her and Sam's neighbor for 30 years. Peace to you.
So sorry to hear of Lucille's passing! Was a wonderful lady! Loved working in her Merle Norman studio! Beautiful precious lady!
Celia and Family, My hearty goes out to you on your Mom passing. WOW!! what a classy lady. She gave a lot from the heart to her community. And, to me, one of the classiest ladies from Flora !! God Bless her !!!
My deepest sympathy to Celia and the entire family. You mom was such a beautiful person both inside and out. So caring and kind. Our parents were such close friends for so many years and we all loved her. She will be so missed but never forgotten.
Sorry for your loss. Heaven gained an angel. Lucille was a wonderful lady and I always enjoyed visiting with her when I went to her studio for my makeup. Prayers for all the family.
Lucille, Sam, and Lorraine have always been special to me as a family relative and brother in the Gospel. Lots of fond memories at church, Flora High School and Henson family reunions @ Brush Creek Campgrounds. She knew everyone in FLORA & they knew her. Lucille has been a great cousin, as well as Sammy, Russell, Celia, & Mike. My dad ,Floyd, and Lucille were very close as 1st cousins. Thank the Lord for Lucille.
I will always remember the hospitality of Lucille and her welcoming friends in her home. She was the perfect hostess...always ready for a get-together which she often had with our old "gang of friends". Up until the past couple of years she always wanted the gathering of friend and families to share her front yard...and kitchen as well...to watch the Halloween parade, and numerous other occasions also. And Sam, you shared in that goodness too! Thank you. Miss you Lucille.
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you all. Lucille was a very beautiful woman inside and out. I started going to Lucille when I was 15 years old up until she sold her business. She taught me and so many other young women in our small town the beauty of a woman, not only on the outside but on the inside. I really enjoyed our talks. Mostly when we would talk of our family. She would always ask how my kids were doing and she always got a kick out of Jay when he would go pick up my make-up or if he would just go in and get something for me for no reason. Said not to many men do that. That he was one of a kind. I will always keep her in my heart.
To the Anderson Family: I was so sorry to learn about the passing of your dear Loved One and my sister in Christ. May God bless each one of you during this time of your grief and always. I know that all of you will miss her greatly but we know that she has been called to a better place where there is no more pain and suffering. Remember all the good times that you had together with her as the memories are so special. We know that she was welcomed home with a lot of loved ones waiting for her. Take good care of each other. I am Marilyn (Shehorn) Tarbutton and when I lived back in Illinois I went to church at Poplar creek church, Zenith and Flora once in awhile so I remember Lucille and Sam I now live out in California where I have been since 1973. Love to all with my deepest sympathy, Marilyn
I have admired Lucille all my life. I always enjoyed going in to the studio for makeup, whenever i was in town. She taught me how to wear it. And was always there for me whenever i had a special event ,and had to look my best. She was special to me. I will truely miss her.
Our cousin Lucille was quite a classy person. Her hospitality and servitude could not be exceeded. Now Sam and family continue that rich legacy.
Lucille was a sweet, classy and kind lady. She first taught me how to properly do my make up when I was a contestant in the Louisville Fall Festival Queen contest many years ago. I continued to buy make up from her little boutique in Flora thereafter. She always had a smile and a beauty tip to share. She will be missed.
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