Mavis H. Binning Obituary (1920 - 2013)

Mavis H. Binning, 93, Pecatonica, Illinois, died at 5:35 a.m., Monday, December 16, 2013 in Presence St. Anne Center, Rockford, Illinois after complications with cancer. Born June 25, 1920, in Unity, Wisconsin, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry and Leona (Holthusen) Greve. Mavis had lived in Pecatonica since 1954. Married Russell N. Binning in Wisconsin on May 4, 1940. She was a member of First Lutheran Church, Pecatonica and Pecatonica Dorcas Society. Mavis and her husband owned and operated the Pecatonica Gambles store from 1954 to 1979. She had a special love for her grandchildren and they all have fond memories of time spent with her. Mavis was well known for making Danish Kringle for all church events, bake sales and shut-ins. Over the years, she made hundreds of quilts that were sent through her church to world relief. Mavis was a wonderful mother and a good friend. Survivors include sons, Russell “Arnie” (Cathy) Binning, Pecatonica, Illinois and James (Bonnie) Binning, Rockford, Illinois; grandchildren, John, Ken (Karen Hrncir), David (Jaime), Eric (Mary), Joshua (Jenn) and Marci; 10 Great Grandchildren; one great great grandson; brother, Gene (Jackie) Greve and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, sister Lorraine and brother Milton. Funeral ceremonies will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 21, 2013 in First Lutheran Church, 218 East 6 th Street, Pecatonica, Illinois with Pastor Tom Jacoby officiating. Burial will be in Pecatonica Cemetery, Pecatonica, Illinois. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:00 to time of service Saturday. McCorkle Funeral Home – Countryman Chapel, 529 Washington, Pecatonica, Illinois assisted the family. Per Mavis’ wishes, please no flowers. Memorials may be made to First Lutheran Church at the above address or Salvation Army ARC, 1706 18 th Ave, Rockford, IL 61104