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Iva Florence Hemphill, age 89, of Flora, Illinois, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2015, at Clay County Hospital in Flora.
Florence was born March 25, 1926 in Clay County, Illinois, to William and Mamie (Baird) Tolliver. She married Charles Hemphill on January 20, 1944 in Flora. He preceded her in death in January 1989. Early on, Florence did some factory work but later found employment at Clay County Hospital, where she retired in 1989. She found enjoyment when working outside with her plants and garden. Her past times were crocheting, sewing, and playing Bingo.
Florence is survived by two daughters: Marsha (John) Heckwine of Carbondale and Teresa (Waylon) Hunt of Flora; a sister: Mary Riley of Fairfield; 7 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son (Charles Vance Hemphill), five brothers, and 2 sisters.
In keeping with Florence’s wishes, there will be no services. Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora is providing assistance to the family. Online condolences may be left and www.frankandbright.com.
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Marsha and Teresa, my condolences to you and your families at the passing of your Mom. I always enjoyed the times when I was at Jeannie and Harold's and your Mom and Dad would be there too. Those were some fun times! During high school I was in the Gainful Employment program and had the pleasure of working with your Mom at the hospital, where we had more fun times. She was a sweet lady. I think that as she entered Heavens gates she was met by your Dad and Vance and a deck of cards...:) My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Rest in peace
Dear Marsha and Teresa, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. I hope you treasure each and every special memory of your mom and may those memories bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Lovely Lady and Mother. Florence was a great employee when I managed CCH Food Service Department. Florence had numerous funny stories to share at work. Florence was the mother of one of my late favorite friends Vance Hemphill. Prayers for family.
Marsha, Teresa and families: Please accept our condolences in the loss of your mother. I remember your mother as "Aunt Florncie" - because of time spent at Jeannie and Harold's house. She was kind and quiet (had no chance to talk with all those Hemphills :-). I loved the Hemphill family. They were a big part of my growing up life. You and yours are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you all.
Marsha and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember some great times spent at your house when we were kids. Good memories. I pray that God will comfort you.
Marsha and Teresa, I am sending you both a hug and want you to know that you and your families are in my thoughts. I have fond memories of spending time at your house and at Aunt Jean and Uncle Harold's house when we were young. I got to see your mom more recently when she would come down to the dining room at the Care Center to play BINGO or to get her hair done. She always smiled and would talk for a short time. But since moving my mom, I hadn't seen "Florencie" for several months. I pray that you can find comfort in the days ahead.
Teresa & Marsha I am sorry to here the passing of Florance. Prayers to you & your family through these trying times. Love your Aunt Marie.
Teresa I am so sorry for you loss I know we don't see each other much.My heart goes out to you and your family let Marsha know I am so sorry also.
If you need us we are here we love you
Teresa, So sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Prayers for you and your family.
Lots of good memories of Florence and Charlie at their home on Fair Avenue.
Prayers and condolences to the family of Florence Hemphill who was my Mother, Mary Tolliver Webster Riley's, youngest sister and my aunt...
Marsha and Theresa: So sorry for the death of Aunt Florence. From the Carl Tolliver Family.
So sorry to learn of the passing of Aunt Florence. She was the last surviving sibling of my mother Mary Lucille Tolliver Webster Riley, who passed away March 5.2012. My prayers are with her children and other family and friends. May you find comfort in our Lord's promises.
My prayers are going out to you all today and in the day's ahead. Teresa I believe I meet you once when I had taken my Mom over to visit your Mom. Don't you have a son name Dakota. He is so sweet and special. It was love at first sight. My Mom passed in Oct of 2011. She was so ready to be with our Lord. It gives my heart peace to know she is home at last with him and is suffering no more. And I have God promise that someday I will be reunited with both my parents when the Lord is ready. I pray you find the same kind of peace. Love you cuzs
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