Centralia Mourns the Passing of Gerre Arney, a Beloved Member of the Community
Centralia is mourning the loss of Gerre Arney, a beloved member of the community who passed away on July 24, 2024, at the age of 90. Gerre was born in Benton, Illinois on December 20, 1933, and was the daughter of Lester and Grace Huffstutler.
Gerre was known for her love of cooking and sewing, and she ran a restaurant in Elgin, Illinois for many years. She was a dedicated wife and mother, and she is survived by eight grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, several step-children, and a sister, Carolyn Sue Barmore. Gerre was preceded in death by her parents, two daughters, a son, two brothers, and a sister.
A Graveside Service will be held on August 1, 2024, at Gilead Cemetery in Dix, Illinois, with Pastor Don Smith officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home is honored to be of service to the Arney Family during this difficult time.
Gerre touched the lives of many in Centralia and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Online condolences may be made on the funeral home’s website and Facebook page. Our thoughts are with the Arney Family as they grieve the loss of this remarkable woman.
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