Trudi Schuler Obituary
We bid farewell to Trudi Schuler of Lena, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 16, 2025 at the age of 82. Trudi touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Raymond Busch and Bertha Busch (Niespodziani); and her former husband TJ Gilley. She is survived by: her husband Larry Schuler of Lena; her children, Todd Gilley (Jackie Bass) of South Carolina, Tara Gilley of Louisville, CO and Tanya Williams of Lena, IL; her stepchildren, Carla, Lance, Becky and Jeff; her grandchildren, Mitchell Mikesell (Kyleigh), Alyssa Williams and Paige Williams; her great grandchildren, Kenlynn, Kora, Gunner and Briggs; and her stepgreat-grandson Tom Busch.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 23rd 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Joseph Catholic Church (410 W Lena St, Lena, IL 61048). A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, July 23rd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
A memorial has been established in her memory.
