Virginia Lee Dowling's obituary , Passed away on March 8, 2026 in Belleville, Illinois

Virginia Lee Dowling

September 18, 1930 - March 8, 2026 (95 years old)

Belleville, Illinois

Virginia Lee Dowling's obituary , Passed away on March 8, 2026 in Belleville, Illinois

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Virginia Lee Dowling

September 18, 1930 - March 8, 2026 (95 years old)

Belleville, Illinois

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Virginia Lee Dowling Obituary

The memory of Virginia Lee Dowling of Belleville, Illinois, born in New Athens, Illinois, who passed away on March 8, 2026 at the age of 95, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Virginia Lee Dowling to pay them a last tribute.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Virginia had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Virginia may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Gennis Elmore and Rose Elmore; her husband John Dowling; her son Michael Dowling; and her brothers, Glennous Elmore and Robert Lawrence Elmore.

She is survived by: her sons, Terry Lynn Dowling (Kathy), Daniel Gerard Dowling (Judi) and Mark Alan Dowling; her brother James Elmore (Gerry); her daughter-in-law Stacey Dowling; and her grandsons, Zachary Fischer Dowling and Nicholas Edward Dowling.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Schildknecht Funeral Home



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5000 N Illinois St, Fairview Heights, IL 62208

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