Mary Ellen Mink
November 18, 1946 - August 18, 2007
Mary Ellen Mink, 60, of Assumption died Saturday, August 18, 2007 at 5:39 a.m. in Taylorville Memorial Hospital.
She was born November 18, 1946 in Litchfield, IL, the daughter of Elmer Luther & Doris Evelyn Prather Wilson. She came to Assumption as a small child and was a graduate of Assumption High School Class of 1964. She was a homemaker.
Mary Ellen was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Assumption and Tacusah Chapter #682 Order of Eastern Star, Assumption. She liked to do crafting and at one time had her own craft store.
Mary Ellen married Ron Mink on May 9, 1965 in Assumption, IL.
She is survived by her husband: Ron Mink, Assumption; their children: Mary Colleen Gordon & husband Mark, Macon, IL; Collette Taylor & husband Ted, Moweaqua, IL; and Curtis Wayne Mink & wife Conniegh, Spartanburg, SC; 7 grandchildren: Trever Horton, Trent Horton, Nina Gordon, Claire Taylor, Kyle Taylor, Cherish Ramsey, Ryan Freeman; her parents: Elmer & Doris Wilson, Assumption, IL; brothers: Kenny Wilson & wife Lucille, Nokomis, IL and Michael Wilson & wife Kim, Assumption, IL; and sisters: Karen Sue Matthews, Bowling Green, KY and Sally Sloan & husband Kenny, Assumption, IL. She was preceded in death by her grandchild, Gavin Husky.
Funeral Information
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 22, 2007 in McCracken-Dean Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Tom Compton officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Assumption. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. in McCracken-Dean Funeral Home, Pana, with Eastern Star service at 8:00 p.m.
Donations Information
Memorials may be made to the General Fund for the Order of the Eastern Star of Illinois, c/o Ron Mink, 324 N. Locust, Assumption, IL 62510.
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Footprints
One night I dreamed I was walking along
the beach with the Lord. Scenes from my
life flashed across the sky. In each, I
noticed footprints in the sand. Sometimes,
there were two sets of footprints,
so I said, "Lord, you promised me,
that you would walk with me always.
Why, when I have
needed you most,
would you leave me?"
The Lord replied, "My precious child,
I love you and would never leave you.
The times when you
have seen only one set
of footprints, it was
then that I
carried you."
Author Unknown
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Love Lives On
Those we love remain with us,
for Love itself lives on.
Cherished memories never fade;
because one loved is gone.
Those we love can never be
more than a thought apart,
for as long as there's a memory
they live on in our heart.
Think of her as living
in the hearts of those she touched,
for nothing loved is ever lost,
and she was loved so much.
Author Unknown
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From: Brenda A. Munoz 
Chicago/Decatur IL
My deepest sympathy Ron and the family for your loss. You're all in my prayers.
written on 2007-08-22 09:35:57
Post number: 7
From: ROGER MATTHEWS
BOWLING GREEN, KY
I'M TERRIBLY SORRY FOR THE YOUR LOSS. MARY WAS A VERY GOOD PERSON WITH MUCH JOY TO SHARE. MAY GOD HELP YOU ALL IN THIS TIME OF GRIEF.
written on 2007-08-21 12:08:46
Post number: 6
From: Elsie & Bruce Strasser
Pekin, Il
Mary Ellen was a bright shinning star to all of us. Her warmth, sense of humor and enthusiasm for life was very special and we will miss her in our lives. Our love and prayers are with Ron and their family.
written on 2007-08-21 11:58:32
Post number: 5
From: Mona (Keller) Goodwin
Ft. Myers, Fl.
Mary Ellen was a wonderful person, and her kindness will never be forgotten. God be with all of you in this sad time. Much Love to all!
written on 2007-08-21 02:30:11
Post number: 4
From: Teresa (Ohl) Nelson
Taylorville, IL
Collette and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We just never know what God has planned for us. I know your mother was very proud of you, Ted and the kids. You have been a good friend of mine over the years, so don't hesitate to call if you need anything. Teresa (Ohl) Nelson
written on 2007-08-20 22:16:41
Post number: 3
From: Frankie Grimes
Pana
Ron, I'm So Sorry For Your Loss. You Will In My Thoughts And Prayers. I Will Always Remember Mary Ellen's Laugh & Smile. I Will Truly Miss Her. She Was A Great Person. She Always Had Kind Words Of Encouragement For Eastern Star.
written on 2007-08-20 16:03:03
Post number: 2
From: Shari, John & Abby Bresnan
Moweaqua, IL
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will always remember Mary Ellen for her kind words and encouragement at Eastern Star.
written on 2007-08-20 08:42:23
Post number: 1
