Fletta L. Aaron

West Frankfort- Fletta Lawanda Aaron, 78, of West Frankfort, passed away at 10:16 PM, Friday, February 12, 2010 at her home. Fletta was born on September 5, 1931 in Franklin County to Charlie & Martha (Sweet) Gossage. She married Luther L. Aaron on July 17, 1958 in Johnston City. He preceded her in death on November 14, 2004. Fletta worked as a RN at Herrin Hospital for several years, but retired as a machine line operator at Smoler Brothers in Herrin. She was a member of the Illinois Ladies Garment Workers Union and enjoyed craftwork such as crocheting, quilting, and embroidery. She made many dresses, baby quilts and sweaters. Survivors include- Son- Theron Dale Aaron and wife LeAnn of West Frankfort Grandson- Daniel Jackson Aaron of Marion Granddaughter- Amber Marie Aaron of West Frankfort Niece- Kathleen Woodcock and husband Art of Herrin Nephew- Riley Lee Anderson of Herrin Several great nieces and nephews She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers- Riley and Arley Gossage, sister- Verla Mae Anderson and one nephew- Arley Marvin Gossage. The funeral service will be held at 2:30 pm, Monday, February 15, 2010 at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin. Rev. Don Colson will officiate. Burial will follow at Herrin City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:30 pm until time of service Monday at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of Southern Illinois and will be accepted at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home/ 201 S. 13th St/ Herrin, IL 62948.