Andy J. Widener, 74, of Fulton, IL, died on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at Eagle Point Health Care Center of Clinton, IA, after a 2-year battle with cancer.
He was born on April 9, 1949, in Straight Creek, KY, the son of Andy and Magdalene (Haley) Widener. He married Annette Rosenow on June 17, 1972, in Morrison, IL. Andy was a veteran of the U. S. Army and both the Iowa and Illinois Army National Guard. Andy was a truck driver for E. H. Stralow Trucking of Morrison and later managed the Equal service station in Morrison for Gibson Oil. Andy retired as a Police Officer for the City of Morrison after serving his community for 28 years. Andy was also an avid golfer, fisherman, and woodworker. He enjoyed going to estate sales and auctions. Andy spent most of his retired years as a snowbird in Florida with his loving wife by his side.
He is survived by his wife, Annette Widener of Fulton; daughters, Jennifer (Andrew) Trello of Springfield, IL, and Samantha Widener-Ende of Morrison; sister, Judy Dietz of Decatur, IL; brother, Mark (Sherry) Widener of Fulton; aunt, Sue Nunn of KY; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, Robert Dietz, Sr.; nephew, Robert Dietz, Jr.
A Graveside Service with military honors will be held on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at Lyndon Cemetery of Lyndon, IL.
In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established to the Salvation Army or Charity of your choice.
Condolences may be sent to www.mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com.