Eileen M. Combs, 91, of Riverton formerly of Springfield, IL died at 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, March 1, 2012 at Heritage Health Continue Care.
Born on March 3, 1920 in Springfield, IL to Everett and Elizabeth Metzroth Parker, Eileen is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Jack and Leroy Parker.
Survivors include two daughters, Carol Bartolomucci of Tunnel Hill, GA and Cheri Herman of Riverton; three sons, Bud (Janet) Combs of Petersburg, Garry Combs of Taylorville and Larry Combs of Springfield; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; one sister, Evelyn Combs of Springfield and several Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.
She loved to cook and sew, going to the casinos and riverboats and was a dedicated sports fan of all sports. She was of the Catholic faith. Ms. Combs worked for Illinois Bell and AT & T in the office and cafeteria, retiring on March 3, 1985.
Visitation: 9:00-11:00 a.m. Monday, March 5, 2012 at Staab Funeral Home.
Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 5, 2012 at Staab Funeral Home with Pastor Denny Hamilton officiating.
Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to Riverton EMT’s.
Staab Funeral Home - Springfield
Time: 11:00 am
Staab Funeral Home - Springfield
Kim Cooper posted on 3/6/12
Hello Cheri and Family, I want to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved Mother. She was blessed to have such a loving family! Cheri, how wonderful you had a very special few years to have her with you and what great memories you will have for your lifetime. I enjoyed hearing how you two traveled together and the stories of how much she enjoyed gambling. Now that is living the good life! What a gift from God that she lived a long life with so much quality of life, too. I am very sorry I couldn't attend the visitation but please know my prayers are with you and your family. God Bless and Love, Kim Cooper