Martha Elizabeth Chestnut's Obituary
Decatur – Martha Elizabeth Chestnut, 84, of Decatur, passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Martha was born in Kentucky and worked as a waitress and babysitter. She married Richard S. Chestnut April 17, 1971 in Oreana.
Surviving is her husband, Richard of Decatur; children: Linda (Bill) Garrett and Brenda Fair of Decatur; two grandchildren and four great grandchildren; stepsons: Michael (Donna) Chestnut of Mt. Zion and Richard S. (Debbie) Chestnut, Jr., of Bement; three step-grandchildren; five step-great grandchildren and two cats, Abigail and Esther.
The family will host a memorial service at a later date. Memorials may be given to: Decatur & Macon County Animal Shelter Foundation or Humane Society of Decatur & Macon County.
Cremation services are being provided by Moran & Goebel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2801 N. Monroe St., Decatur, IL 62526. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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