Marion "Keith" Hedge

Marion “Keith” Hedge, 79, of St. Anne, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born November 17, 1943, in Evansville, IN to Bob and Marie Hedge. Marion graduated from Grant Park High School in 1961 and served in the US Air Force from 1961-1966. On December 17, 1966, he married Delores Sommer in Grant Park, IL. He retired from Armstrong World Industries after 30 years. Keith enjoyed woodworking, skiing, and helping others. He loved going to breakfast with his friends, but most of all he loved spending time with his family. He was a member of the First Reformed Church of Wichert and served a term as Deacon. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 877 in Beaverville. He is survived by his loving wife, Delores Hedge of St. Anne; his children, Jim (Cathy) Hedge of Bourbonnais, Tim (Carrie) Hedge of Martinton, and Tina (Mike) Emerson of Beaverville; a daughter-in-law, Jessica Melson of West Plaines, MO; grandchildren, Jenna, Jayce, Marissa, Tylor, Clayton, Noah, Christian, Gabe, Areanias, and Alex; great grandchildren, Rylee, Tegan, Lilly, and Maggie; brothers, Tom (Cheryl) Hedge of Sesser and John (Rose) Hedge of Vincennes, IN; sisters, Jean (Bill) Swope of Bradley, Beverly (Art) Brown of Mt. Carmel, Mary (Bob) Duffield of St. Anne, and Kathy (Tom) Luedtke of Momence; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Keith is preceded in death by his son, Mike Hedge; his parents; twin brother, Marvin Hedge; and his grandparents. Visitation will be held Monday, February 6, 2023, at Jensen Funeral Home, Kankakee from 4pm to 7pm. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at 11am with Pastor Randy Knoll officiating, visitation will also take place prior to the service starting at 10am at Jensen Funeral Home. Burial will immediately follow the service at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.