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In memory of
Kay Imogene Ehler
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Kay Ehler passed away peacefully on May 13, 2023 in Champaign, IL. She was 87 years old.
The second of four children, Kay was born in Terre Haute, IN to Bert and Opal (Mullen) Sparks on February 11, 1936. She graduated from Rantoul Township High School in 1953, where she was a member of the cheerleading squad, choir, women’s basketball team, and theater. It was here that Kay would meet the love of her life, …
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What were Kay's favorite movies?
I remember watching Superman with Christopher Reeve a lot anytime I'd sleepover at g…
I remember watching Superman with Christopher Reeve a lot anytime I'd sleepover at grandma and…
I remember watching Superman with Christopher Reeve a lot anytime I'd sleepover at grandma and grandpas as a kid! It wa…
What were Kay's favorite drinks?
She liked iced tea and would usually have milk with dinner, but if it was a fun occa…
She liked iced tea and would usually have milk with dinner, but if it was a fun occasion, she …
She liked iced tea and would usually have milk with dinner, but if it was a fun occasion, she was a Seagrams VO and wat…
What were Kay's favorite songs or musical artists?
I definitely remember when she went and saw Elton John with my mom at the Assembly H…
I definitely remember when she went and saw Elton John with my mom at the Assembly Hall and lo…
I definitely remember when she went and saw Elton John with my mom at the Assembly Hall and loved it!
What were Kay's favorite vacation spots?
She and grandpa would go to Lake Chetek in Wisconsin and fish back in the day.
She and grandpa would go to Lake Chetek in Wisconsin and fish back in the day.
She and grandpa would go to Lake Chetek in Wisconsin and fish back in the day.
Timeline
Born
February 11th, 1936
Passed away
May 13th, 2023
Rantoul, IL
Survived by
Ashley Buerkett
Granddaughter
Predeceased by
Vernon "Vernie" Ehler
Husband, 1933-2021
Dana Buerkett
Daughter, 1964-2011
Jon Buerkett
Son-in-law, 1955-2011
Morgan "Moe" Buerkett
Granddaughter, 1992-2011
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