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Lance Mallon Obituary

Mallon, Lance R. age 61, of Edwardsville, Illinois died at 3:05 a.m. Thursday, November 11, 2010. Lance was an attorney with his law office in Wood River, Illinois. He was born February 22, 1949 in Chicago, Illinois son of the late Robert J. & Grace (Thurn) Mallon. He married Jeanette Mangano and she survives. Other survivors include 2 sons; 2 daughters; 1 brother; and a sister, Gayle McGuire & her husband Patrick of Chicago. Lance was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Edwardsville and a member of the Madison County Bar Association. There is no visitation. A memorial service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Edwardsville at 4 p.m. Tuesday, November 16, 2010 with the Rev. Dr. John Hembruch officiating. Family requests memorials to the First Presbyterian Church Youth Ministries or the Main Street Community Center. Condolences may be expressed online at weberfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 14, 2010.

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Susan Converse

November 21, 2010

Jeanette - You have my most sincere condolences at this difficult time. My best to you and your family.

Melodee Ashley (Schienschang)

November 18, 2010

My son called me the other day to let me know what happened. I was shocked. I am so sorry for your loss. I know that Lance was a good man and father. He loved each of you deeply. He was a large part of my sons life growing up and becuase of that, I have always felt a closeness to you all. Please know there are many people praying for you in your time of sorrow. I certainly am...

Terry Hillig

November 18, 2010

What a great guy and good friend! I will miss him very much. My sincere condolences.

Dave Toli

November 16, 2010

Jeanette and family... We are at a loss for words, but you are in our thoughts. Dave Toli and family.

Hal Patton

November 16, 2010

Jeanette and kids .. We are very sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a very hardworking man that cared so much for the people around him. He is so proud of the professionals you have become. His traits will live on through your successes in life. Hal, Carrie, & staff.

Annette Bowen

November 15, 2010

To a wonderful family, who mean so much to me, I am truly sadened by the loss of Lance. He was a wonderful man who loved to help others and always enjoyed a laugh. I know he will be greatly missed by many, but will never be forgotten. Please let me know if I can be of help in any way! I love you guys!

November 14, 2010

Jeanette and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your whole family are in my thoughts and prayers. If I can do anything at all know I am here.
Pam Dillon and family

November 13, 2010

Jeanette & family:

We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.

Love, Wilma jene & Jack (in California0

November 13, 2010

Jeanette...I am so shocked and so sorry. I am down in Florida and won't be able to attend the visitation, but please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. faye coffman (Edwardsville IL)

Lola Maddox

November 13, 2010

Lance was a credit to his chosen profession, an active member of the bar association, artist and photographer, and a very nice person. He will be missed by many.

Kim Kirn

November 12, 2010

To Lance's family and friends,
Lance was so supportive of me as a lawyer and artist. I appreciated his creativity, hard work and sense of humor. He will be deeply missed in the legal and artistic community.

Robin Keck

November 12, 2010

Jeanette, So sorry for your loss. you are in my prayers.

Andrew Nalefski

November 12, 2010

A true gentleman, a true professional, a true friend. RIP.

John McGuire

November 12, 2010

Jeanette, I'm so sorry for your loss. I know he'll be looking down from heaven upon Busch Stadium next March when the Cardinals open the 2011 season. I will really miss him and treasure the good times that I had with him.

Vicki and Chris Lammert

November 12, 2010

Dear Jeanette and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss and want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

A Friend

November 12, 2010

You will be missed by all who loved you. Rest in peace Lance.

Claudia Harris

November 11, 2010

Life is too short and we sometimes miss the opportunity to remind loved ones and friends how much we care and then they are gone. I missed my opportunity to let you know how deeply I cared for you. Peace be with you my friend.

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