She was born on December 28, 1942, at Firmin Desloge Hospital in St. Lous, MO.
She was employed by Mascoutah Schools as a secretary for 20 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents Herbert F. and Sophia Emmaline nee Harris Dawson; her in laws Gustav J and Elsie M nee Richardson Etling two brothers in law Orville Etling and Lloyd Etling; her best friend and loyal companion Tessie; her loving husband Charles J Etling Sr. whom she married June 30, 1962.
She is survived by her children Charles J. “Chip” (Melinda) Etling Jr. of Mascoutah, IL and Kristin J. Etling and fiancé Daniel Erdmann of Mascoutah, IL. Loretta was a proud grandmother “Goma” of six grandchildren Charles J. “Chas” Etling III, Bryce D. Etling, Madison S. (Mykll) Climaco, Grace K. Etling, Myles D Etling, Trent L. Erdmann; one great grandchild Cecilia L “Cece” Climaco; sister Carrie L. (Paul) Knipp, brother Richard A. (Becky) Dawson, Sister Nancy J. Prance, a special cousin Patty Morby and other cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Memorial donations are appreciated to Clinton County Humane Society or Heartland Hospice.
Service will be private.
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