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Elizabeth Eichem

Posted: 05/14/2024

Elizabeth Eichem, 102, of Elizabethtown, formerly of Enfield, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024.She was born Oct. 18, 1921, in Rockfield, the daughter of Ephron and Dewey (Mitchell) Joiner. She married Charles W. Eichem on Aug. 12, 1945, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 10, 1989. Elizabeth worked in a sewing factory as a machine operator. Elizabeth was a part of the greatest generation. She was a driller on the wings of the P-47 Thunderbolt and worked 12 hours a day, as she was proud of her contribution to the War effort for our country. She was a member of the Church of Christ in Carmi, Illinois. Elizabeth was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and American Rosie the Riveter Association. Elizabeth was completely devoted to her family. She enjoyed quilting, sewing, gardening and volunteering. Elizabeth loved being involved in and attending church.Elizabeth is survived by her three children, Mary Alice Hutchinson, Lynda Elaine (Louis) Pottinger and Charlene (Shabir

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