Carol M Kreiling

Carol M. Kreiling, 85, of Forest City, IL, passed away at 8 P.M. Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at Hallmark House Nursing Center, Pekin, IL. with care, also, from Hospice Compassus and her family at her bedside. She was born May 15, 1929 on a farm near Forest City to Herman and Eda (Hermann) Kreiling. They preceded her in death as did her brothers Byron, Ralph, and an infant brother Earl Edward. Carol is survived by her three nieces: Wilma (Wally), deceased) Bruninga of Bartonville, Mary (John) Schultz of Washington, and Kay (Ronald) Garman of Forest City. Also surviving is her nephew, Herman (Shirley) Kreiling of Mendota. Great nieces and nephews include Marc Bruninga, Keith (Diana) Bruninga, Julie (Kevin) Zinke, Jill (Chad) Wujek, Jason (Jassica) Kreiling, Jeff Kreiling, Kim (Matt) Daniels, Derek Schultz, Kirk (Monica) Garman and Kyle (DeEtte) Garman and 13 great-great nieces and nephews. Carol has a sister-in-law, Lorene Kreiling, of Mendota, IL and several cousins who also survive her. Carol graduated from Forest City High School in 1946, from Illinois State Normal University in 1950 and obtained her Master’s degree from Bradley University in 1957. She taught Business classes at Forman High School in Manito, IL and Mason City High School, Mason City, IL before becoming Mason County Superintendent of Schools in the early 1960’s through 1979. During that time, Carol hosted the Mason County Review on Station WDUK in Havana, IL. Later she was the bookkeeper for Rickett Grain in Forest City, IL. Before retiring in 1993. She served on the Forest City Village Board and during her term, she was instrumental in helping establish the village water system. She was a charter member of the Forest City Community Church and of the Ladies Activity Group of the church. She served in many capacities on the Church Council and was the Youth Leader for a number of years. She was an avid fan of U of I basketball and followed Bradley basketball, as well. Visitation will be Saturday, March 21, 2015 from 9-11 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m., both at the Forest City Community Church. Rev. Tom Guengerich will officiate. Burial will be in Laurel Hill Cemetery in Havana, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Forest City Community Church or any charity of the donor’s choice. Go to www.hurleyfh.com to leave an online condolence.

Carol M Kreiling

May 15, 1929 - March 18, 2015

Explore Obituaries &
Upcoming Services