Edward Ready Oswego, Illinois Obituary

Edward Ready

Edward Ready passed away on August 9, 2019. He was born May 19, 1932 to Edward C. and Leona Ready in Savanna, Illinois. He was a Mooseheart graduate and a Caterpillar retiree. He is survived by his wife Lena, and two children. Daughter Sherry (Steve) Michael and son Mark (Christal) Ready. Five grandchildren: Jason Michael, Ryan Michael, Kyle Michael, Jacob Ready and Katie Ready. Five great-grandchildren: Corbin Michael, Ella Michael, Camden Michael, Noah Michael, Selah Ready and one on the way. He was preceded in death by his parents and many brothers and sisters. Too many to name! There will be no visitation!! Cremation will take place according to Edward’s wishes. Memorials may be made to The American Cancer Society, 225 Michigan Avenue, #1200, Chicago, IL, 60601 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements are entrusted to DUNN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME with CREMATORY, 1801 S. Douglas Road, Oswego, IL 60543. For information: 630/554-3888 or www.dunnfamilyfuneralhome.com
May 19, 1932 - August 9, 201905/19/193208/09/2019
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John Upton
August 13, 2019
To Ed's Family and Friends, may care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. My most sincere condolences. I am confident that Ed is enjoying storytelling with "Mooseheart Red Ramblers" that have preceded him. John Upt... Continue Reading
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James Upton
August 13, 2019
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James Upton
August 13, 2019
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Bob & Flo Wuchte
August 12, 2019
With sincere condolences my wife Flo and I express sadness in the loss of Ed, I knew Ed over 65years plus. His last years I would run into him at Hinckley post office on his morning walk. Ed always had a smile and never forgot to ask how my brother Jim was doing. RIP pea... Continue Reading
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Carole Forman
August 12, 2019
My sincere sympathy to the family. I truly enjoyed my days at Caterpillar working with Ed in Office Services. He was a great mentor and had such a great sense of humor. It was a pleasure to have known him. I hope you find comfort and peace in your memories.
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Carol Hartness tompkins
August 12, 2019
So sorry to lose uncle Ed, I know he will be missed. He was a good man and always kind to me. Carol Hartness tompkins
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Fran Adams
August 12, 2019
Condolences to your family, Sherry. I have so many wonderful memories of your dad. My favorite was one Grandparents' Day at school, he came in and sat at my desk, in my chair! No big deal to me but I thought your son (not sure which one) was going to freak out. We bu... Continue Reading
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Valarie Martin McClain
August 12, 2019
What a dear, sweet man! I remember his sense of humor and his wonderful laugh from my younger days at Zion Baptist Church. Our hearts go out to the family, it is indeed a "mixed blessing".. we will miss him here on Earth, but know he is dancing on streets of gold wit... Continue Reading
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Mark Ready
August 12, 2019
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Mark Ready
August 12, 2019
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