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Emma Simkins Obituary

Emma Bartha Simkins, 87, of Batavia passed away August 31, 2010 at her residence. She was born July 15, 1923 in Bradley, IL. She was united in marriage to Harry Simkins. She is survived by her daughter Pamela Kriegsmann; five sons Peter (Jolie), Harry (Jane), Frank (Merrilye), Duane (Jeanine), and Donald (Kathy) Simkins; 12 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. In honor of Emma's request visitation and committal services were held private. Moss Family Funeral Home 630-879-7900 or www.mossfuneral.com

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Published by Kane Republican on Sep. 4, 2010.

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September 25, 2010

To Kyle and the rest of the Simkins, your grandmother was a very special person in our neighborhood. We all loved her and she will be missed dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Terry & Whitney Ingold

September 9, 2010

HARRY AND JANE AND PETE... SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE RECENT PASSING OF YOUR MOTHER. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I KNEW YOUR MOTHER WHEN I WAS MARRIED TO JERRRY STEGING...

MICHELE GAMBINO/ARIZONA

September 5, 2010

Don and Kathy, our hearts go out to you at this most difficult time and the loss of your Mom. Please know ,we are praying that Jesus will bring peace and comfort.......Sue and Kent Becker

September 5, 2010

I'm so sorry to read about Emma. She was an incredible lady and a super babysitter. God's blessings to all of you in her family.
Marj Holbrook
Emilie Holbrook's mom

Dorene Douglas(Foland/Jeskie)

September 5, 2010

My thoughts & prayers go out to your family. Mrs. Simkins was my babysitter when I went to JB Nelson from 2nd grade until 5th grade she was the best

Ellie Jeskie

September 5, 2010

Emma was the best. When she watched my kids, I knew they were safe. My prays go out to you.

Bobbie & Bill Dunkin

September 4, 2010

Harry & Jane,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Your cousins, Bobbie & Bill

George and Wanda Dutton

September 4, 2010

Our hearts and prayers go out to your family during your time of sorrow.

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