June Marie Pape, 88, formerly of East Alton, died Friday, June 28, 2019.
Funeral services were held Saturday, Aug. 10, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Wood River with Pastor David Schultz officiating. Burial was held in Prairietown Cemetery. Marks Mortuary in Wood River was in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Pape was born June 7, 1931, in Litchfield, the daughter of Charles William and Alta Roberta (Liby) Opel. She married Elmer L. Pape on June 21, 1952, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Wood River, and he preceded her in death on March 5, 1999.
A personnel supervisor for Mississippi Lime Company before her retirement, she spent countless hours volunteering for her church, agencies and charities. She always strived to help others.
She is survived by a daughter, Marcia M. Pape (Scott Daniels) of Springfield, VA; three grandchildren, Katherine M., Jennifer L. and Matthew K. Daniels; brother, Paul (Lois) Opel of Worden; and sister, Naomi (Jack) Weller of Litchfield.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by brother, Glen Opel; and sister, Jean Hagenmeier.
Memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church of Wood River.
Online condolences may be left at www.marksmortuary.com.
