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M. Jeanne Schichner

July 17, 1925 - February 21, 2018

M. Jeanne Schichner, age 92, of DeMotte, formerly of Watseka, IL passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at Oak Grove Retirement Village. She was born July 17, 1925 in Moweaqua, IL to Pete and Mattie (White) Workman, both deceased. Jeanne was the valedictorian of Moweaqua High School, Class of 1943. She attended Cook County School of Nursing while working at South Shore Hospital. On June 27, 1948 Jeanne married the love of her life, Edward Carl Schichner. He preceded her in death on December 1, 2009. Jeanne was a homemaker. She loved cooking and gardening, especially growing roses. She enjoyed being active and loved swimming. In fact, at the age of 52, she earned her yellow belt in karate. Jeanne and her husband enjoyed traveling and she had a passion for reading. Jeanne is survived by her children: Jim (Nancy) Schichner of DeMotte, IN; Gary Schichner of Watseka, IL; 5 grandchildren: Brian (Heather) Schichner, Janet (Robert) Davidson, Kevin (Andrea) Schichner, Lynette (Roy) Patten, Jerry (Erica) Wojihoski; 14 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great-grandchildren; brother, Richard (Gladys) Workman; sister-in-law, Marlene Schichner; in-laws, David (Peggy) Schichner; several nieces and nephews. Jeanne was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sister, MaryAnn Reh. Friends may call at Jackson Funeral Service of DeMotte, IN from 1:00 to 3:00 PM on Monday, February 26, 2018. A funeral service will be held at the mortuary on Monday, February 26, 2018 at 3:00 PM with Dr. Paul Schichner officiating. Interment will be at Cemetery of the Resurrection. To send flowers or share a memory with the Schichner family, please visit www.jacksonfuneral.com

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M. Jeanne Schichner, age 92, of DeMotte, formerly of Watseka, IL passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at Oak Grove Retirement Village. She was born July 17, 1925 in Moweaqua, IL to Pete and Mattie (White) Workman, both deceased. Jeanne... View Obituary & Service Information

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