Ellen Louise Wignall, 83, of Galesburg, Illinois, formerly of Altona, Illinois, died at 7:50 p.m. Friday, December 1, 2023, at Seminary Manor, Galesburg.
Ellen was born March 15, 1940, in Galesburg, the daughter of Lawrence and Agatha (Trone) Mitchell. Ellen first married Willard Weedman. Together they had five children. They later divorced. Ellen married Richard P. Wignall on February 6, 1995 in Cambridge, Illinois. Dick preceded her in death on February 8, 2020.
Ellen is survived by three daughters, Cathy (Kevin) Carnes of Galesburg, Laura Hilligoss of Galesburg, and Besty (Ronnie) Ebany of Oquawka, Illinois; two sons, Rodney Weedman of Hampton, Illinois, and Buddy (Denise) Weedman of Yorkville, Illinois; ten grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Ellen is also survived by three stepsons, Jeff (Sharon) Wignall, Marc (Carol) Wignall, and Mike (Kodee) Wignall all of Alliance, Nebraska; and one stepdaughter, Debbie Wignall of Galesburg. Along with her husband and parents, Ellen was preceded in death by her nine brothers and sisters; and one great grandson, Justin.
Ellen worked for many years at OMC Gale Products and worked at the Caramel Corn Station at the Sandburg Mall for several years. Ellen had many talents, ranging from ceramics to painting. She also loved horses and going to casinos. Ellen and Dick owned a two-seat airplane that they enjoyed flying together, traveling to many different states. Their taste for adventure extended into many years sailing.
Cremation will be accorded following private family visitation. Arrangements have been entrusted to Watson Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg. Memorial contributions may be made to Give Kids the World at www.gktw.org. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.