WILLIAM F. " BILL " " FRITZ " HAVERSTOCK

Feb. 28, 1938 - May. 21, 2012

74, of Charleston, Illinois, formerly of Effingham and Stewardson, Illinois passed away at 12:40 P. M., Monday, May 21, 2012, in the Charleston Rehabilitation and Health Care Center of Charleston, Illinois. He was born February 28, 1938, in Shelby County, Illinois, the son of Fred and Dot ( Litherland ) Haverstock. Fritz was a member of the United Methodist Church and the Masonic Lodge # 541, both of Stewardson, Illinois, He was a retired employee of the Young Radiator Company of Mattoon, Ill., after twenty years. He also worked for many farmers and other factories. Fritz enjoyed Civil War Re-enactments, Photography and Antique Tractors. He was married to Beth S. Cox in Charleston, Illinois. Mr. Haverstock leaves two daughters, Julie Marie Haverstock and Mary Elizabeth Haverstock both of Charleston, Illinois; one brother, Robert " Bob " Haverstock and wife Lilly of Allenville, Illinois; one sister, Joyce Ballinger and husband Raymond of rural Stewardson, Illinois; Sister-in-law, Judy Haverstock; five grandchildren; several Nieces and Nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, David Haverstock and Infant Grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Donor’s Choice in care of Joyce Ballinger - RR 1 Box 128 - Stewardson, IL 62463.

Memorial Graveside Services will be held at 12:00 Noon, Thursday, May 24, 2012, in the Stewardson Cemetery in Stewardson, Illinois, with Pastor Jim Maroon of Neoga, officiating. A luncheon will be held following the services at the Stewardson Park in Stewardson, Illinois. The Swengel - O’Dell Funeral Home of Neoga, is in charge of arrangements.

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Beverly Latch Suckow - May. 23, 2012

Joyce, Bob and families,
We send our sympathy to your family for your loss.

Beverly & Dave Suckow
Jeanie and Gary creath - May. 23, 2012

Dear Aunt Joyce and Family,
We are so sorry to hear that Fritz has passed. I had no idea he had married and had children. I remember him from when I was a younger child. We'll keep you all n our thoughts and prayers.

Love, Jeanie and Gary
Rosemary (Koester) Lawyer - May. 23, 2012

Joyce, Bobby, and families,

Sorry to hear of Fritzs death. Having been gone from the Stewardson neighborhood for many years now, I have lost touch with a lot of the old neighbors, but wil always remember and be thankful for Fritzs and your father Freds help to my Mom and myself at a time when we greatly needed it. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Rosemary Koester Lawyer-Lowell and Marie Koester\'s daughter.
Rosemary (Koester) Lawyer - May. 23, 2012

Joyce, Bobby, and families,

Sorry to hear of Fritz's death. Having been gone from the Stewardson neighborhood for many years now, I've lost touch with a lot of the old neighbors, but wil always remember and be thankful for Fritz's and your father Fred's help to my Mom and myself at a time when we greatly needed it. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Rosemary Koester Lawyer-Lowell and Marie Koester's daughter.
Rebecca Ingram - May. 23, 2012

Our church family is praying for your family at this difficult time. May the peace of God surround you.

Becky Ingram, Pastor
First Christian Church, Sullivan

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