Jewel “Jean” Tooley, 94, of Decatur, IL entered the peace of eternity on August 28, 2010.
Jean was born in the small town of Patterson, IL on March 14, 1916, the daughter of John and Anna Baze.
She married John W. Tooley, a Wabash Railroad conductor, on April 16, 1938 and moved to Decatur. John preceded her in death on December 1, 1975.
After raising her family, Jean worked in Real Estate and later as an in-home caregiver. Jean also was a published poet, which she enjoyed writing throughout her entire life.
Along with a child lost in childbirth, Debbie, Jean leaves daughters: Bette Lou Wilson of Decatur, IL, Bonie Lee (O.B.) Perry of Decatur, IL, Cande Layne Bustamante and son Richard W. (Dodie) Tooley of Decatur, IL; grandsons: Anthony B. Perry of Decatur, IL, Christopher W. Perry of Chicago, IL, John David and Nathan Tooley of Decatur, IL; Her only great granddaughter: Lauren Bustamante of Decatur, IL.
The family would like to thank Dr. Patel, and especially St. John’s Hospice for their support and caring services.
Graveside services will be for immediate family. Dawson & Wikoff West Wood Street Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Memorial condolences may be sent to the family at www.dawson-wikoff.com.
Latest Condolences
| Helen L. Cotner |
Long Time Friend |
September 7, 2010 |
To The family,
I was so sorry to hear of Jean's passing. We have been friends for over 50 years and enjoyed talking about our children and our love of poetry. You are in my thoughts and so is your mother.
| Crystal Corley-Shoger |
Birthday "Buddy" |
September 1, 2010 |
Dear Cande & Family,
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. You're in my prayers & thoughts during this trying time. May God's blessing of comfort be your today & the weeks ahead.
| Becky Dosien |
Friend |
September 1, 2010 |
Cande and family,
Please know that my heart goes out to you all. Nanny was such a special woman, and I know how very much she will be missed. May God keep you all in the palm of His hand as you go through this trying time and in the weeks and months to come. I am here whenever you need me. My love to you all.
Becky
| Stacey Fletcher |
Cande's former co-worker |
September 1, 2010 |
Cande, I'm so so sorry for your loss. I never really knew your "mom" but I know how much you loved her. Call me if I can do anything to help you through this. Love you, miss you....Stacey
| Lee Martin |
Old Neighbor |
August 31, 2010 |
Dear Cande, Rich , John David and Nate . I was sorry to see your moms passing. We were neighbors along time agoe when she lived on wood st . Our house was right behind hers. My daughter MaShonna used to spend alot of time over there with her. In fact your mom gave her some of Cande's sweaters to ware. MaShonna loved those and wore them along time. I will be telling MaShonna about her passing she will be sad to here about it. Lee Martin
