1932
Berniece
2024
Berniece Magsamen
September 30, 1932 — January 6, 2024
Berniece E. Magsamen, 91, of Decatur, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2024 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. She had been living in the care of her niece and husband Joyce and Patrick Dill since September, 2023.
A Memorial Mass will be 10:00 AM, Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Pesotum, with Father Keith Walder, Celebrant. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Pesotum. Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, Decatur, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Berniece was born September 30, 1932 in Champaign, the daughter of Roy and Emma (Huffman) Wood. She married William E Magsamen on December 2, 1950 in Pesotum. He preceded her in death on February 11, 2006. Berniece worked as the executive secretary for the station manager at WAND TV in Decatur for 30 years, until her retirement. She enjoyed finding “treasures” and a “good deal” at thrift stores and garage sales. She thoroughly enjoyed sharing stories and time with her family and friends. Berniece was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and Elks Lodge #401 in Decatur. In her later years, she enjoyed spending time with several friends at the Elks Lodge.
Surviving are her brother, Kenneth Wood of Champaign; and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by a wonderful group of friends and neighbors.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, William Magsamen; and 9 siblings.
A Memorial Mass will be 10:00 AM, Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Pesotum, with Father Keith Walder, Celebrant. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Pesotum. Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, Decatur, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Berniece was born September 30, 1932 in Champaign, the daughter of Roy and Emma (Huffman) Wood. She married William E Magsamen on December 2, 1950 in Pesotum. He preceded her in death on February 11, 2006. Berniece worked as the executive secretary for the station manager at WAND TV in Decatur for 30 years, until her retirement. She enjoyed finding “treasures” and a “good deal” at thrift stores and garage sales. She thoroughly enjoyed sharing stories and time with her family and friends. Berniece was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and Elks Lodge #401 in Decatur. In her later years, she enjoyed spending time with several friends at the Elks Lodge.
Surviving are her brother, Kenneth Wood of Champaign; and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by a wonderful group of friends and neighbors.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, William Magsamen; and 9 siblings.
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