J. Pauline Sehie, age 101, of Flora, Illinois passed away Thursday, March 13, 2014 at Flora Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in Flora.
Pauline was born on March 19, 1912 in Clay County just north of Flora to John Adam and Vallie (Feller) Sehie. She worked for International Shoe Company and later in the kitchen at Flora Care Center. Pauline was a member of the Flora Church of the Nazarene and had taught Sunday School. Her church family was very important to her and she was known for her chicken and noodles. She loved gardening and flowers, and was always helping her neighbors and others when needed.
She is survived by 2 brothers: Clifford E. Sehie of Nixa, Missouri and Bernard (Carolyn) Sehie of Clay City along with several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, and 5 siblings (Lorraine Julian, Tony Sehie, Lieuzetta Connerly, John L. Sehie, and Harold Sehie).
The funeral service for Pauline Sehie will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 22, 2014 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery, Flora. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 21, 2014 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to Flora Church of the Nazarene and will be accepted at the funeral home.