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     Margueritte J. Goodman, 94, of Peoria, went to be with her Lord and Savior at 12:45 p.m. on Friday, October 21, 2011, at Pekin Manor at Liberty Village in Pekin.
    
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 25, 2011, at Clary Funeral Home, 3004 West Lake Avenue in Peoria, with Pastor Bob Donaldson officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Interment will be in Parkview Cemetery in Peoria.
    
Margueritte was born on May 29, 1917 in Eden, a daughter of Warren and Ina (Wrigley) Goodman. They preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Carrie Goodman and Mirriam Crandall; and nephew, John Crandall.
    
She is survived by her friend, Marihelen Clifton, with whom she made her home; niece, Carol Jean Crandall and great nephew, John Connor Crandall, both of El Paso, TX.
    
Margueritte was a longtime member of Grace Presbyterian Church in Peoria and formerly taught in their Sunday School. She retired as a bookkeeper for Dietrich Furniture Store in Morton.
    
Memorial contributions may be made in Margueritte’s memory to Grace Presbyterian Church in Peoria.

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Julia Gonzalez My Condolences for the Family October 31, 2011
 
For Jesus taught that someday “all those in the memorial tombs” will be resurrected. John 5:28
Isaiah 25:8:  He will actually swallow up death forever, and the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will certainly wipe the tears from all faces. And the reproach of his people he will take away from all the earth, for Jehovah himself has spoken [it].
Revelation 21: 3, 4: " With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his peoples. And God himself will be with them. 4 And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.”
For more reference about this wonderful hope you can visit www.watchtower.org 
Mara Estero My Condolences for the Family October 31, 2011
 
 
WHEN A LOVED ONE DIES
Have you lost a loved one in death? The pain, the grief, and the feelings of helplessness can seem unbearable. At such times, we need to go to God’s Word for comfort. (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4) The Bible helps us to understand how Jehovah and Jesus feel about death. Jesus, who perfectly reflected his Father, knew the pain of losing someone in death. (John 14:9) When he was in Jerusalem, Jesus used to visit Lazarus and his sisters, Mary and Martha, who lived in the nearby town of Bethany. They became close friends. The Bible says: “Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus.” (John 11:5) Though, Lazarus died. How did Jesus feel about losing his friend? The account tells us that Jesus joined Lazarus’ relatives and friends as they grieved over this loss. Seeing them, Jesus was deeply moved. He “groaned in the spirit and became troubled.” Then, the account says, “Jesus gave way to tears.” (John 11:3335) Did Jesus’ grief mean that he had no hope? Not at all. In fact, Jesus knew that something wonderful was about to happen. (John 11:3, 4) Still, he felt the pain and sorrow that death brings. In a way, Jesus’ grief is encouraging to us. It teaches us that Jesus and his Father, Jehovah, hate death. But Jehovah God is able to fight and overcome that enemy! Let us see what God enabled Jesus to do.
For more reference about this wonderful hope you can visit www.watchtower.org 
Renee Farris Friend October 23, 2011
 

Marihelen,
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.  You both have blessed us all at Liberty Estates in Peoria since you both came to us. Hope your wonderful memories get you through this trying time. 

Nancy Zobel Koch Friend October 23, 2011
 
Dear Marihelen and Familyl:

My heartfelt sympathies in the loss of Margueritte.  It is wonderful to have the assurance that she is rejoicing in heaven with the angels.   The 2 of you were my and my sister, Sherry's, favorite Sunday School teachers.  That was so many years ago, but you both had an impact on our lives.  May your many memories bring you peace and comfort at this time.  With love.