Alice Hutchinson

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Alice Marie Louise Hutchinson, nee Mathis, 85, of O’Fallon, IL, born January 18, 1937, in rural Vincent, IA, died Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at home with her loved ones at her side.

Alice was a first-generation American citizen born of French immigrants.  She grew up on a farm near Vincent, IA, and attended Fort Dodge High School and St. Joseph’s Mercy School of Nursing, both in Fort Dodge, IA.  She later earned her bachelor’s degree from St. Francis University in Joliet, IL.

At the encouragement of a mutual friend, Alice began to share letters with a young United States Air Force Airman, Jack Hutchinson, who became the love of her life.  They married on December 27, 1958, and shared the next 63 years together reveling in family (children, grandchildren, godchildren, nieces and nephews) and friends; enjoying travels and adventure, but always holding hands.

Alice worked for many years as a registered nurse at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, Belleville, IL, where she ultimately retired but continued to serve as a hospice care nurse. She had a strong faith, routinely attending church at St. Peter’s Cathedral in Belleville, IL, and later Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Shiloh, IL.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Suzanne, nee Maury, Mathis; and a sister, Eliane Marie, nee Mathis, Rohden.

Surviving are her husband of 63 years, Jack E. Hutchinson; three sons, Kevin Wayne (Georgia) Hutchinson, Mark Robert (Susan) Hutchinson, and Jeffrey Richard Hutchinson; three grandchildren, Michael James, Allison Barbara, and Phillip Jobe (PJ); 14 nieces and nephews; as well as her beloved godchildren and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois or Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Shiloh, IL. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.

Visitation:  Friends may visit from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Shiloh, IL. Masks are recommended indoors.

Funeral:  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Shiloh, IL, with Fr. Paul Wienhoff officiating. Masks are recommended indoors.

Burial will be at Green Mount Catholic Cemetery, Belleville, IL.

 

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8 Comments on Alice Hutchinson

Lois Ernst said : Guest Report Jul 21, 2022 at 12:31 PM

My sincere condolences to Jack, family, and friends at the passing of Alice. She was fun, compassionate, and an overall pleasure to have known. May she rest in peace.

  • Sioux Falls
  • SD 57108
Lorraine Black said : Guest Report Jul 19, 2022 at 10:13 AM

My sympathy to Alice's family. She was a good friend growing up near Vincent. We had many good times together. I had forgotten that we we shared a birth date---I'm 2 years older.

  • Barnum
  • Iowa
Gene & Lorraine Black said : Guest Report Jul 19, 2022 at 10:09 AM

My sympathy to Alice's family. I remember the many good times we had together growing up near Vincent. Forgot that we shared a birth date---I'm older. Glad we kept in touch thru the years.

  • Barnum
  • Iowa
Ann Sternberg said : Guest Report Jul 18, 2022 at 5:52 PM

My deepest condolences to the Hutchinson family for the loss of Alice. She was one of the kindest people I’ve ever known. You all will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

  • Ave Maria
  • FL
Amanda Schlecht said : Guest Report Jul 18, 2022 at 3:58 PM

Deepest sympathies for my wonderful friend Jeff and his family. May faith and love comfort and carry you during your loss of such a special person.

  • Belleville
  • IL
Ann F Sternberg said : Guest Report Jul 18, 2022 at 1:03 PM

My deepest condolences to all of Alice’s family members. She was one of the finest women that I have ever known. May the Lord give you peace as you endure this enormous loss. You all will be in my prayers.

  • Ave Maria
  • Florida
Jeffry Couch said : Guest Report Jul 18, 2022 at 10:35 AM

Jeff and family: So sorry for your loss. We are sending prayers of comfort your way. Peace be with you. Kerry and Jeff Couch

  • Mascoutah
  • IL
Sally and Tom Iannucci said : Guest Report Jul 14, 2022 at 7:43 PM

Sincere condolences from our family to your family on the passing of your dear Mother. She will be remembered as a quiet, sincere and loving individual. Strength and peace to all she proceeds in her death.

  • Elmhurst
  • Illinois

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