Glen Lovekamp

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Glen H. Lovekamp
Date Of Birth:January 25, 1925
Date Of Death:February 5, 2012
Service Date:Visitation- 5-7 p.m. Thursday, February 9 at Kibler-Brady-Ruestman Memorial Home in Bloomington and one hour prior to the services at the church on Friday
Funeral- 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 10 at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Bloomington

 

Glen H. Lovekamp

Freeport, IL- Glen H. Lovekamp, 87, of Freeport, IL formerly of Normal passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2012 at 6:05 pm at Liberty Village-Manor Court in Freeport. Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Friday, February 10, 2012 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Bloomington with Pastor Thomas Wirsing and Pastor Allen Steinbeck officiating. Military rites will be accorded by the Bloomington_Normal American Legion Honor Guard at the church. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday- February 9, 2012 at Kibler-Brady-Ruestman Memorial Home in Bloomington and one hour prior to the service at the church. Entombment will be at the East Lawn Memorial Gardens in Bloomington. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church in Bloomington or to an organization of the donor's choice. Kibler-Brady-Ruestman Memorial Home in Bloomington is handling arrangements.

Glen was born on January 25, 1925 in Cass County, IL a son to Hugo and Bertha (Korsmeyer) Lovekamp. He married Betty J. Wilcox on October 2, 1955 in Springfield, IL and she survives.

In addition to his wife Betty, Glen is survived by his three sons, Paul (Vicki) Lovekamp of Pennsylvania, James (Andrea) Lovekamp of Texas, David Lovekamp of Normal, IL, one daughter, Diane (Mark) Wakeley of Freeport, IL; six grandchildren: Jordan Wakeley of Sterling, Joshua Wakeley of Freeport, Austin Lovekamp and Kaleigh Lovekamp both of Texas, Colby Cilento and Camden Cilento both of Florida. Glen is also survived by one sister: Helen Skibbe of Cincinnati, OH, one nephew: John Skibbe of Georgia and one niece Faith Skibbe of Cincinnati, OH.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one nephew Ron Skibbe.

Glen served his country in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II from 1943-1945.

He graduated from Meredosia High School in 1943. Glen then attended Illinois College in Jacksonville, IL where he received his Bachelor Degree and University of Michigan Graduate School in Anne Arbor, Michigan where he obtained a Master's Degree in Mathematics.

Glen worked at Franklin Life Insurance Company in Springfield as an Actuary and held the position of Head Actuary of the State of Illinois. He started as an Actuary at Country Life Insurance in 1964, retiring in 1989.

He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Bloomington and the Society of Actuaries.

Glen and Betty met while bowling which they both enjoyed and it became a big part of their life. He also enjoyed woodworking, and spending time with his children and grandchildren and wife, Betty. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the wonderful and caring staff at Liberty Village-Manor Court for their kindness and care for Glen while he was a resident there for the past year and a half. Glen enjoyed his time there and was well liked. Last year on Valentines day he was voted "King for the Day" by his fellow residents.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at kiblerbradyruestman.com.


  • From: Cheyenne Heidenreich
    Location:Charleston, IL.

    To the family of Glen, Over my time working in activities at Liberty Village I was able to spend time with Glen and find out what an incredible, caring person he was. There was never a day that I was at work that he didn't put a smile on my face! The Lovekamp's were part of our family at Liberty Village, and Glen will be missed by all. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers, Cheyenne Heidenreich


  • From: McKinzie Dilbeck
    Location:Forreston, IL

    To the family of Glen, During my time of working at Liberty Village as a CNA and as a caregiver for Glen, not one day did he not put a smile from ear to ear on my face! No matter how busy we got at work he was the one resident that I had to always tell bye to before I left for the night to go home. He will be greatfully missed and always in my heart. The Lovekamp's were family to all of us staff members at Liberty Village our prayers go out to you all. <3 McKinzie Dilbeck


  • From: David  Bartlett
    Location:Mansfield, Texas

    To the family of Glen, Over my time of all the bowling in Bloomington it was always a pleasure to share a greeting with Glen. I remember when I first started bowling at Circle Lanes and was able to meet Glen and Betty. The Lovekamp family will always be in my thoughts. Now I sit here and look back over the years and wonder what I would be doing if Glen and Betty were never involved in the game, as it was their sincere kindness and dedication that made me want to continue with this sport. For that I thank you and wish your family all the best during this difficult time. David Bartlett (International Bowling Campus Youth Tournament Manager)


  • From: Jon and Earlene  Nelson
    Location:Bloomington, Illinois

    To the family of Glen Lovekamp, Jon and I send our sincere sympathy on the loss of a loved one in your family. May god and his strength help and sustain you during these days ahead and may you find peace in the prayer that Glen is at rest and will be looking down you in the days and years ahead. Jon and Earlene Nelson


  • From: Lori Koehler-Brown
    Location:Normal, il

    Deepest sympathy to the family of Glen Lovekamp. In the 70's he was the father of a classmate (I graduated w/Jim) and in the 80's I was passing Glen in the halls at COUNTRY, he was a co-worker...sorry for your loss.


  • From: Sheri Jones
    Location:Freeport, Il

    My deepest sympathy to the Lovekamp family. I feel privileged to have known Glen, his loving wife Betty and wonderful daughter Diane. He always had a big smile upon his face, cared about others and brightened many peoples lives. Glen, you will be missed.


  • From: Henry Bruens
    Location:Bloomington

    My deepest sympathy to the Lovekamp family. Glen used to bowl on the Monday Night IAA Early League with my team until he twisted his knee. I still remember Betty handling the Youth leagues. I knew Jim when he was at Pheasant Lanes. David works at COUNTRY so I know him from there. I used to run into Diane, Betty and Glen at the Craft shows in town for all of his woodworking talents to help Diane. I will always remember him and the entire family. Henry E. Bruens, Survivor


  • From: Marci  Fish
    Location:Columbia, SC

    To my Mama Aunt Betty, I was just thinking about Uncle Glen on Sunday. I wish I could have been there to see him off and give you a big hug. My Aunt Mary called Wednesday night to tell me she had seen the article in the newspaper. She was married to my Uncle Bob, my mom's brother. We lost Uncle Bob a year ago Christmas time. When we were up there for his funeral we drove past your house, but it didn't appear that anyone was there. I have tried to send an e-mail but may have a wrong address. Mine has changed too. The new e-mail is marcijfish@gmail.com. We also lost our cousin Denny Marquardt of Denny's Doughnuts this year at Christmas time.I say enough of that. I talked to Marla this morning and she assured me she passed along how sorry I am. I can't imagine loosing Rich. It sounds like your grandbabies are all doing well. My kids are unbelievable. Kristiaan is a junior at Clemson University working on her bachelor's degree in Food Science. Richard is a junior in high school. He is in the top 3 students in the state in pole vaulting. He is also taking flying lessons. He has soloed at the age of 16. He is hoping to get accepted at the Air Force Academy. Wouldn't my dad be amazed and proud of my kids. I so wish he had a chance to know my babies who aren't really babies anymore. My mom isn't doing very well. She has been diagnosed at having Alzheimer's about 4 years ago, but we can see some of the signs that now make sense given that diagnosis. It is so brutal to watch the rapid decline. Marc lives with her now and we share the 24 hour care she now needs. With my medical situation, it is quite the challenge to keep up with everything she needs as she really isn't safe to be alone. I want you to know you guys are in our prayers. I have nothing but found memories of spending time with you guys. He used to watch Diane and me at the organ playing and singing Que Scra. Scra. I think he was trying to peek without us seeing him. But we always knew when he was there. I also remember staying with you guys and you getting me ready for Baby Donnie's funeral. I wore a pink dress and you did my hair in a pretty pink hair ribbon. Then Dad had to hold me the whole time because I cried and cried if he put me down. Finally, Uncle Glen took me so Dad could do what he needed to do. Sorry this is so long, I just miss you and would love to keep in touch better. I know your hands have been full for quite a long time. I am so glad you and Diane are so close. That has to be a great comfort. If you ever need a vacation in SC please let us know. I love you so much and hurt for you. Please tell Diane I said hello. Take good care of yourself. Marci


  • From: Karen Wall
    Location:Lena

    My condolences on the loss of your husband and father. I was saddended to her that Glen had passed away and certainly not expecting to hear that. He had that quick wit about him and such a kind spirit. I will always remember how much he loved to sit out on the porch in the sunshine. He will be missed! Diane, Mark and Betty, You never were without a kind word or smile to all of us at Liberty Village. You took such good care of Glen. I also want to thnk you for stopping and acknowledging our mother, Rachael, when you saw her. It meant a lot to us girls. You always had time for others! God bless you and the rest of your family. Karen Wall Lena