Ellen A. Banaitis Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Ellen A. Banaitis of Chatham, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Ellen left this world on November 19, 2024 at the age of 92, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ellen A. Banaitis to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Joseph and Elizabeth Drew (Phelps); her husband Veto F. Banaitis; and her brother John R. Drew. She is survived by: her children, Joe Banaitis (Karen) of Chatham, Ann Countryman of Springfield, Carol Banaitis (Sarah) of Fleetwood, NC and Kathy Dierkes (Alec) of Springfield; her grandchildren, Ben Countryman (Luci), Kayla Piehl (Geoff), Austin Dierkes (Kylie), Adam Dierkes, Mathew, Andrew and Daniel Banaitis; her great grandchildren, Weston Countryman and Mason Piehl; and her sister-in-law Kathy Drew. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 23rd 2024 from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM at the St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church (700 E Spruce St, Chatham, IL 62629). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, November 23rd 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorial contributions may be made to: St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church.
