Milton William Ploense

Milton William Ploense, 98, of Normal, Illinois passed away on December 6, 2020. He was born on July 17, 1922 in Bloomington, Illinois to William and Amanda (Greese) Ploense. Milton married Mary (Sullivan) Ploense November 27, 1943 in Bloomington, Illinois.

Milton is survived by his sister Betty Klien; son Steve (Rebecca) Ploense; grandchildren Jennifer (Chris) Heiman, Jeffrey (Heather) Ploense, Christopher (Sandra) Ploense, Brad Clark, Todd Clark; and great-grandchildren Nathan Ploense, Haylee Pemberton.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; daughter Mary Clark; sister Dorothy Babe Ploense; and brother Gene Ploense.

In 1942, Milton served our country during World War II in the United States Army, making it to the rank of staff sergeant in the 96th infantry Division, known as the “Deadeyes”. After his service, Milton became a member of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) of McLean County Chapter #60. Milton was also an avid sports fan, collecting sports memorabilia throughout the years. His favorite teams were the St. Louis Cardinals and the Chicago Bulls.

A private graveside service will be held on Monday, December 14, 2020 at East Lawn Memorial Gardens, Bloomington.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital.