Ila Marie Hoyt, 94, of Decatur passed away Wednesday July 7, 2010.
Graveside service will be 11:30 AM Saturday July 10, 2010 at Graceland Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday July 10, 2010 from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home North, Highway 51, Decatur. Condolences may be sent to the family via email at www.dawson-wikoff.com
Family suggest memorials to be given to Decatur Memorial Hospice Program.
Ila was born on May 18, 1916 in Decatur the daughter of David and Ida Mae Knowles Williams. Ila married Kenneth E. Hoyt on September 10, 1934 and he preceded her in death on November 6, 2001. Ila attended Central Christian Church, she was an avid golfer, loved bowling, dancing and she loved her family very much.
Ila is survived by her children: Jacqueline Yonker and husband Sam of Decatur, Karen Hoyt and companion Mike Renshaw of Maroa and David Hoyt and wife Jeanette of Decatur; grandchildren: Sue Schwarze and husband Colby, Peggy Lenz and husband Jeff, Joan Jarmay and husband Walt, Cheryl Yonker, Jeff Hoyt and wife Tonya, Amy Arthur and husband Rob; step grandchildren: Kerry Griffin and wife Diana and Rodney Griffin and wife Millie; fifteen great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one brother and two sisters.
The family would like to thank Decatur Memorial Hospice for their support and loving care they gave Ila. "She was little, but mighty"
| Denise Reinhart Mennel |
Mrs. |
July 16, 2010 |
I've known Mrs. Hoyt for probably 60 years and she was a dear, sweet lady - those many years ago on Walnut Grove. Our "moms" are all leaving us - I miss mine more every day. Karen, I would love to see you again. We are visiting our girls in Atlanta or I would be there. My sympathy to all of you. Denise
| Beth Friend |
Ila Hoyt memories |
July 15, 2010 |
Karen, Dave and Jackie,
I am so sorry for your loss, I have so many good memories of both of your parents and the fun we had. I remember the love Ila had for her family and friends and even though she was tiny she was MIGHTY in that love. She always had a smile on her face. I remember there was a time that a Sunday never went by that home made beef and noodles were not on the stove with plenty to share for any family member or friend that stopped by. I am sure you are all sad and I wish I could be there to give a hug and share a tear with you. May God with His grace and love carry you through this difficult time. What a blessing she was to your family.
Beth Friend