Juanita V. Lenson, of Thomson, IL, who celebrated the 63rd anniversary of being 29 on her last birthday, passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at Mercy One Hospital at the age of 92. A celebration of life will be held from 1-4 PM on Saturday, October 23rd, 2021 at the American Legion in Thomson, IL. In following Juanita’s wishes cremation rites have been accorded. The Pape Funeral Home, Clinton, is assisting the family.
Juanita was born in Galena, Kansas on June 30, 1929, the daughter of James O. and Josephine (Schneiders) Dake. She was employed at many different businesses, doing many different jobs, including the lunch counter at Woolworth’s and an AVON lady for 40 years. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish. Juanita loved to travel. She enjoyed knitting, especially afghans, and bowling.
Juanita is survived by 3 daughters, Cathy (Frank) Martinez of Indianapolis, IN, Helen Albertson of Summerville, SC, and Juanita (Jimmy) Arp of Dalton, GA; a son, David (Beverly) Albertson of Clinton, MO; 8 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; 12 great-great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Charles (Gwen) Dake of Miller, MO and John (Helen) Dake of Coffeyville, KS; 3 sisters, Georgia (George) Kramer of Clinton, Rebecca Kramer of Cedaredge, CO, and Barbara Hixenbaugh of Galena, KS and many nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made in honor of Juanita to the Ronald McDonald House. Online condolences may be left at www.papefh.com.
Dear Juanita you were my aunt by marriage to your very special nephew JD but seemed like my mother in the many years you lived with us and I took care of you. We were so close and I will always remember the time together; hold you close in my heart and love you!
Aunt Juanita, you meant more to me than you believed. I cherish the 8 years you lived with us and thank you for the memories. You made me laugh, you made me cry, but, through it all, I still love you yo the moon and back! You will be greatly missed.