David Lee "Dave" Madlem's Obituary
David Lee "Dave" Madlem, 64, of Casey, IL passed away at 7:45 a.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at Westminster Village in Terre Haute, IN. He was born February 28, 1951 in Terre Haute, IN, the son of James David Madlem and Pauline Elizabeth Ruley Madlem. Survivors include his nephews and nieces, Jim Clement of Martinsville, IL; Cindy Maxey and husband Don of Martinsville, IL; Becky Clement of Martinsville, IL; Doug Clement and wife Becky of Martinsville, IL; Shane Pierson and wife Cortney of Olathe, KS; Travis Pierson and wife Joelle of Olathe, KS and Troy Pierson and wife Deborah of Mt. Home, ID; brother in law, Fred Clement of Martinsville, IL; stepdaughter, Denise Duniphan and husband David of Wolcott, IN; longtime caregiver, Heather Bline-Witt of Casey, IL; four step grandchildren; many great nieces and nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Linda Sue (Madlem) Pierson and Janice Darlene (Madlem) Clement. David was a 1969 graduate of Casey High School. He attended Lake Land College. David was a self-employed farmer and trucker in the Casey, IL area for his entire life. He enjoyed fishing, flea marketing, auction sales and working on cars and boats. He spent countless hours at the local restaurants visiting and gossiping. He loved to reminisce about the "good old days." David had a great sense of humor and a contagious smile. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at the Markwell Funeral Home with Rev. Gene Southard officiating. Burial will follow in the Casey Cumberland Cemetery, Casey, IL. Visitation will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Markwell Funeral Home, 200 N. Central Ave., Casey, IL. Memorial donations may be made to the Donor's Choice. To view the full obituary, send a condolence message, light a candle or post photos, visit www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home of Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements. SERVICES Visitation Saturday, April 25, 2015 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Markwell Funeral Home 200 N. Central Ave Casey, IL Service Saturday, April 25, 2015 11:00 AM Markwell Funeral Home 200 N. Central Ave Casey, IL
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