Merle-Ree Millburg
February 24, 1915 ~ December 31, 2018
Merle-Ree Millburg, 103, of Morrisonville, IL, passed away at 9:45 a.m. on Monday, December 31, 2018 at Taylorville Care Center, in Taylorville, IL.
Merle-Ree was born February 24, 1915 in Farmersville, IL, the daughter of Emil and Della (Green) Beil. She married Bernhard T. “Doc” Millburg on February 14, 1936 in Farmersville, IL. He preceded her in death in 1998.
Merle-Ree graduated from Farmersville High School in 1933. She was a homemaker, and assisted Doc in running the family business, Millburg’s Drug Store, for over 30 years. Merle-Ree was also a very talented seamstress, sewing many wedding dresses, and clothing for her family and the community. She was a member of St. Maurice Catholic Church, and their Altar and Rosary Society since 1948. Her family meant everything to her, and she would do anything for them.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; son, Tom Millburg; 2 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; and 11 siblings.
Merle-Ree is survived by her children, Joyce (companion, Herb Hawkins) White and Janice Hough both of Morrisonville, IL, Ted (wife, Phyllis) and Terry (wife, Barbara) Millburg both of Taylorville, IL, and Jill Whalen of Jacksonville, FL; daughter-in-law, Judy Millburg of Cumming, GA; 20 grandchildren; 56 great grandchildren; numerous great-great grandchildren, and several on the way; as well as, many nieces and nephews.
Visitation & Prayer Service: The family will receive guests from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, January 4, 2019 at Perfetti-Assalley Funeral Home, 304 Carlin St., Morrisonville, IL 62546. The visitation will begin with a prayer service.
Funeral Mass: 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 5, 2019 at St. Maurice Catholic Church, 706 SE 4th St., Morrisonville, IL 62546 with the Very Rev. Albert Allen, V.F. celebrant.
Interment will follow at St. Maurice Catholic Cemetery in Morrisonville.
Memorial Contributions may be made to: Morrisonville Ambulance, P.O. Box 641, Morrisonville, IL 62546, or Morrisonville-Palmer Food Pantry, 307 SE 6th St., Morrisonville, IL 62546. Food donations may be brought to the Morrisonville Knights of Columbus Hall on Saturday.
Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to offer condolences to the family.
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So sorry for your loss. Remember her and “doc” as a young boy growing up in mville. Janice was a classmate and tom a good friend. Fond memories of all
Aunt Merle-Ree will be missed by many. She had a heart of gold and all my children enjoyed visits with her
We are sorry for your loss.
To the family. I am so sorry for your loss of this earthly Angel. I know they celebrated like we have never seen or thought of in Heaven. I only knew her for a short time. But she made a huge impact in my life. We were spiritual friends and we had a special spiritual connection. I feel blessed to have known her for a moment in her beautiful long life. I will miss you my spiritual friend. And Hickory Estates of Taylorville will to.
Sandy and family so sorry for your loss your in my thoughts and prayers . Miss all the great times and esp the sodas at Millburg drug store
I’d first like to say that it was a absolute pleasure to have gotten to know as well as care for Merle-Ree during her stay at Taylorville Care. Being a CNA has always been very rewarding career for me… one of the best parts is getting to know and care for all kinds of different people. Merle-Ree was one that from the time we met became special to me and loved greatly. Even more so now having realized she and I where related by the Beil family. My great grandma being Mildred Podchadley-Beil. Which makes the memory I’m about to share that much more special to me and one that I won’t soon forget. During my shift late one night Merle-Ree had rang for me. So of course I was happy to have helped her with anything she needed. However, this particular time will be a memory that I will cherish forever and won’t soon forget. Merle-Ree said to me as I was helping her back to bed. “I’m not sure where you came from or where you have been all these years but boy… I really do thank you for all your help… God must have knew I needed you. I thank you especially for being so kind…you sure are an angel.” Maybe to some that may not mean a lot but it absolutely meant the world to me and it will be a extra special memory I’ll forever keep of Merle-Ree.
I only now heard of Mrs. Millburg’s passing. I am so sorry for all of her families loss. May she rest in peace alongside Mr. Millburg. Lifting her loved ones in love and prayers. Carmen
Dear Sandy and Family, May God grant you peace and strength in your times of need. The Lord has called your dear Grandmother home, yet she will live on in your good memories. God Bless you and your Family! Love, Denise & Family
A TROPICAL DISH GARDEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS was ordered on January 2, 2019
A CONTINUUM WREATH ON EASEL was ordered on January 2, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Aunt Merle-ree was a wonderful woman, and always had a smile on her face, and a warm thought. We send our condolences
This candle is for our dear grandmother. I saw it and thought of her because she loved hearts. Oh how we will miss you but know you are up in heaven hand in hand with the love of your life. Until we see each other again, fly high grandmother.
Terry & Barb and Sandy & Dale and families: Sending our prayers and sympathy to the families. Lynn and Alta and XI Delta Theta Sorority.