Delmar Wayne Athey's Obituary
Delmar Wayne Athey passed away early Saturday morning, August 18, 2007 at his residence in Casey IL. The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 22nd at Markwell Funeral Home in Casey with Gale Towles officiating. Burial will be in the Casey-Cumberland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday, August 21st at the funeral home. Delmar was born November 25, 1930 in Milroy MN, son of Wayne and Murrel (Lewis) Athey. He married Bernice Van Houten in 1952 and she survives. Other survivors include two sons, Doug (Mary) Athey of Casey and Dana (Jacki) Athey of Villa Grove; one daughter, LeAnn Athey of Greenup; one brother, Loyd (Shirley) Athey; two sisters, Velma Murphy and Pearl (Lowell) Shore all of Casey; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Steve Athey; grandson, Jon Athey; and sister, Lavonne Cummins. Delmar was a retired farmer and insurance agent. In his earlier years he was active in fast-pitch softball, and he was an avid Cubs fan. He was a member of the Westside Church of Christ. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or to the donor's choice. Memorial tributes may be sent to the family at www.markwellfuneralhome.com Markwell Funeral Home of Casey is in charge of the arrangements. SERVICES Visitation Tuesday, August 21, 2007 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Markwell Funeral Home 200 N Central Ave Casey, IL 62420 Service Wednesday, August 22, 2007 10:30 AM Markwell Funeral Home 200 N Central Ave Casey, IL 62420
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