Born July 13, 1924 in Alton, she was the daughter of William Elwell and Ruth Lillian (Fessler) Dehner. Her parents preceded her in death.
Private graveside rites will be Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at Valhalla Memorial Park in Godfrey. There will be no visitation. Arrangements have been entrusted to Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.