Mrs. Theresa J. “Granny” Lancaster, 79 of Jeisyville, IL., passed away at 3:55 PM Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at Memorial Medical Center, Springfield.

 She was born June 9, 1932 in Jeisyville, IL., the daughter of Clemente Victor and Anna (Vota) Faoro.

 Theresa married Don D. Lancaster on December 15, 1949 in Springfield, IL.  He preceded her in death May 11, 1997.

 Mrs. Lancaster was a home maker, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great friend.  She was a member and Past-President of American Legion Post 905 Auxiliary in Kincaid, IL.  “Granny” was also a member of The Red Hat Society.

 Surviving are 3 daughters Donna Baker of Kincaid, IL., Cathy and Kent Rule of Jeisyville, IL., Lucia and Joseph Pellinghelli of Kincaid, IL., one son Pren “Pete” and Dena Lancaster of Kincaid, IL., a sister Catherine Johnson of Rochester, IL., 6 grandchildren Jim Baker, Terri Oller, Kelly Mulvaney, Josh Mulvaney, Joel Pellinghelli, Paige Pellinghelli along with 5 great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

 She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a sister Louise Pop.

 Funeral services were held at 11:00 AM Friday, July 15, in Masterson Funeral Home, Kincaid, IL.  Visitation was held there from 9 to 11 AM Friday.  Burial followed in Bethany Cemetery near Edinburg, IL.  Memorials may still be made to the South Fork Senior Citizens Center, P.O. Box 258, Kincaid, IL. 62540 in momory of Theresa "Granny" Lancaster.

Guest Register / Memories:   My sympathies to the family at this time...  -  Patti Tucker

  We did not know Theresa well but we were blessed to spend a little time with her.  She was a sweet lady and very loving with her family.  It was a privledge to know her. Our thoughts and prayers are with her loved ones.  -                                                                                                                                                  Florence Fox

  My thoughts and prayers are with you.  I work with Jim.  -  Beth Patrick

  Granny taught me alot about cooking at the legion and about life.  She was a great listener and had a BIG HEART!  We are sorry for your loss!  May God give you comfort at this time.  -  Terry and Darlene Wise-Horner

  With a smile and a laugh your mom filled so many lives with love and joy.  She was so precious to so many people.  When we were kids growing up she opened her heart and her home to all of us that played together.  Your mom will be missed by so many people.  -  Paulette Tirey

  So sorry to hear about the passing of your beloved mother.  Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.  We had some great times growing up together.  Aunt Theresa was a great mother and I am sure a very devoted grandmother and great-grandmother.  She will be missed.  -  Teresa Lancaster/Stalker