Vernon Purdue

VERNON M. PURDUE ROCK FALLS - Vernon M. Purdue, 86, died Thursday, October 4, 2012 at Prophets Riverview Good Samaritan Center. He had been employed as a shipping foreman for Northwestern Steel & Wire for many years. Vernon was born June 17, 1926 in Rock Falls, the son of Arthur and Eva (Book) Purdue. He married Emily Jean Roth on July 30, 1955 in Sterling. She preceded him in death on January 13, 2011. Vernon served in the Navy from July 1, 1943 to June 16, 1947. Vernon was a member of First United Methodist Church in Sterling. Survivors include one daughter, JoAnn Greiner, of Brookfield; one son, Gary Roth, of Woodstock; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by one granddaughter; two sisters; and two brothers. There will be no services. Cremation rites have been accorded. Arrangements were made by Schilling Funeral Home, Sterling. Condolences may be sent to www.schillingfuneralhome.com.