Carlene F. Shade
Carlene F. Shade, age 93, of rural Quincy died Tuesday, January 5th at her home. Carlene was born August 12, 1927 in Quincy to Robert J. and Hilda M. (Willer) Goerlich. She married Thomas L. Shade on April 15, 1950 at St. Francis Church in Quincy, he survives. They enjoyed 70 years of marriage together.
Carlene grew up in Adams County and was a graduate of St. Francis Grade School in Quincy.
Carlene was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother who spent her life caring for her husband, home and children. She always had a ready smile for all those she met. She was a faith-filled woman having been a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church for many years before joining the parish of St. Peters Catholic Church in later life. As a member of St. Joseph’s parish, Carlene participated in the Ladies Altar Society, taught PSR classes, assisted with numerous fundraising activities and was a member of the church quilting group. Carlene also bowled for many years with the Westview Ladies Bowling League in Quincy.
Carlene enjoyed spending time with family and friends, whether it be a Sunday dinner, a card game or the many activities in which her children and grandchildren were participants. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed reading books, and embroidering. She embroidered many pillowcases and dish drying towels for her children and grandchildren. She especially enjoyed traveling to the Gulf of Mexico for over 20 years to fish with her husband Tom. She often caught more fish than he did and wasn’t timid in letting him know who was better at fishing. In her younger days, Carlene was also an excellent dancer, roller skater, and ice skater.
In addition to her husband, Carlene is survived by her four children, Sue Backs and her husband Dennis of Greenville, IL, Michael Shade and his wife Amella of Ft. Wayne, IN, Sandra Collins and her husband John of Frankfort, IL, Robert Shade and his wife Shari of Quincy, IL; eleven grandchildren, Dana (Karl) Boellert, Aaron (Ashley) Backs, Kaci Backs, Shay (Scott) Clamme, Bryan (Molly) Shade, Alexis Shade, Shannon (Jason) Lesch, Kristen Collins, Renee Shade, Thomas Shade, and an exchange student from Ecuador who became family, Jorge (Nanjun) Garzon; thirteen great-grandchildren: Anja Boellert, Alina Boellert, Alexander Boellert, Nolan Backs, Carly Backs, Kaylin Clamme, Ryne Clamme, Addison Clamme, Caleb Shade, Landon Shade, Vivian Shade, Emelia Shade, and Leonardo Garzon; brother Gene (Rita) Goerlich of Quincy and sister-in-law Clare Goerlich of Quincy.
Carlene was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Joe Goerlich, Virgil Goerlich, Robert Goerlich, Donald Goerlich, Kenneth Goerlich; sisters, Rita (Goerlich) Bockhold, Joan Goerlich, Marilyn (Goerlich) Schafer; grandson, Brad Shade; great-grandson, Jackson Clamme. She was also preceded in death by brothers-in-law, Henry Bockhold, Charles Schafer, George W. (Richard) Shade, James W. (Jay) Shade and sisters-in-law, Rita (Hildebrand) Goerlich, Rosie (Wand) Goerlich, Mary (Achilles) Shade, and Mary Jo (Schulte) Shade.
Funeral services will be held Monday, January 11, 2021 at 10:00 AM at Church of St. Peter in Quincy. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 10, 2021 from 5:00 until 7:00 PM at Church at St. Peter. All those attending the services are kindly asked to wear a face mask and observe social distancing guidelines.
Aunt Carlene was one of my favorite aunts. Always had a smile and a good story to tell. I will never forget watching her do so many different things with Mom. Miss them both.
Tom and family – on behalf of the Mary and Martha ministry at St. Peter’s, I offer my prayers and sympathy to all of you. Wow, she is now home with Jesus – what an awesome thought! Peace to you….
So sorry to hear of your loss Tom. She always was a lot of fun at bowling. She was an inspiration for me. Enjoyed working with her at card party’s and ice cream party!
Sorry for your loss!
Tom and family – our condolences in the loss of Carlene. May you enjoy many fond memories of times together.
SLEEP WELL GENTLE SOUL. CONDOLENCES TO GENE AND RITA AND THE ENTIRE FAMILY
Tom and family,our sympathy and the loss of your wife,mother and grandmother. May God comfort you. JD and Nancy Albsmeyer
Shade Family: Carlene was a lovely woman and I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember her laughter echoing through our childhood home as she and my mom clobbered their husbands in cards. She always had a smile on her face and made everyone feel welcomed.
Shades- I am so sorry for your loss. Carlene was a beautiful beautiful soul and heaven has certainly gained an angel in our loss. I am grateful for all the wonderful years you all had with her but especially Tom for a long and wonderful partnership. I have nothing but respect for this beautiful lady’s memory and apologise that I will not be able to attend visitation to honor her. You are in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days.
Our condolences to the entire Shade family. May Carlene’s Memory Be Eternal.
She was a shining example of grace dignity and charity. I never saw an unkind act or thought from her. She was an absolute joy to spend time with and is now a blessing as a guardian angel for her family. My parents Rita and Joe Goerlich spent countless hours vacationing and partying with her and Uncle Tom. I can hear all their infectious laughter as I write this and am brought to tears with joyful memories! Bless you and your family Uncle Tom and our deepest sympathies from the entire family of Joe and Rita Goerlich.
Tom, sorry to read of Carlene’s passing. Happy that you had so many years together. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.