Phillip Gendeman Obituary

Phillip R. Gendeman Born: March 29, 1929; Hinsdale, IL Died: Dec. 13, 2013; Marion, IL Phillip R. Gendeman, age 84, passed away at 1:00pm on Friday, December 13, 2013, at Marion Rehab & Nursing. Phillip was born on March 29, 1929, in Hinsdale, Illinois, to Phillip and Jeanette (Grimmenga) Gendeman. He married Irene Krass and was a devoted husband for 63 years. Phillip was a talented musician and craftsman. He enjoyed fishing, golfing and spending time with his friends and family. Survivors include, his wife, Irene Gendeman; daughters, Rene ' Palassis and husband Teddy, Wendy Statkus and husband Ron; granddaughters, Victoria Statkus, Erin Bolen and husband Josh, Krista Hallbom and husband James; great-grandchildren, Ashton Hallbom, Jayce Bolen, Skylar Hallbom; sister, Joyce Lang and husband Ron. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, George and Richard; and sister, Marion. According to his wishes, Phillip will be cremated, and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Blue Funeral Home in Marion is assisting with arrangements. Memorial donations are suggested to the Alzheimer 's Association, and will be accepted at Blue Funeral Home, 1704 N. Court St., Marion, IL 62959. For more information or to sign the memorial guest register, please visit www.bluefuneralhome.com