Irene Louise Hehner Obituary
The family announces the passing of Irene Louise Hehner of West Frankfort, Illinois on August 15, 2026. Irene, born on November 16, 1932, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Irene Louise Hehner to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Samuel Eura and Irene Morthland of West Frankfort, Illinois.; her husband Walter K. Hehner, Jr. of Christopher, Illinois.; and her brother Ralph Eugene Morthland. She is survived by: her children, Walter P. Hehner (Barbara) and Karla L. Hehner; her granddaughters, Theresa, Vainisi (Dominic) and Reeder (Robby); her great grandchild Charlie Lynn Reeder; and her siblings, Gretta Homuth (Chuck) of Glen Ellyn and Charles Morthland.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that Irene be honored by encouraging a child to discover the enjoyment of reading; whether it be by reading a book to a child, presenting a book as a gift, or taking a child to a public library. Please consider making a donation to the West Frankfort Public Library.
