Service Details
Funeral: Monday, November 28, 2016 at 11:00am
Visitation: Monday, November 28, 2016 from 10: 00 – 11:00pm
Location: Wayman AME Church, 424N. Memorial Dr.
Lillian Mae Hadley (Vaughn), age 80, passed away on November 18, 2016. She was born in Lake Trail, MS on November 21, 1935, but spent her childhood in Waukegan, IL after suffering the loss of her mother at age six. After marrying Kenneth Hadley in 1955, she became a life long resident of Racine, WI until April 2016 when she and her husband moved to Robbinsdale, Minnesota.
Lillian was a devoted and loving wife, an inspiration and beacon of strength to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, a second mom to many, and beloved by all who knew her. A woman of strong faith and love for her Lord, she was a member of Wayman A.M.E. Church in Racine for over 50 years and served on the Missionary Board as a stewardess, along with teaching Sunday School and participating in various church outreach programs. She worked 35 years for the State of Wisconsin Unemployment Compensation Department, helping many to obtain benefits. An avid and proficient bowler in numerous local leagues, she traveled extensively to participate in tournaments across the state and nationally, collecting lots of trophies along the way. She also was an outstanding basketball player in her youth with a skill set worthy of the WNBA.
To cherish her memory, she leaves behind her husband of 62 years, Kenneth Hadley, Children; Ramona Hadley-Smith (Wendy), Pamela Hadley-Slayden, Renee Hadley, Keith Hadley and Kevin Hadley; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother-and sister- in- laws; nieces and nephews; other relatives. A special thanks to grandson Kristopher Hadley Sr, great-grandson Kristopher Hadley Jr, nieces Kimberly Prewitt and Marcey Miller, nephew Dr. Rev. Roy L. Carter and brother-in-law Milton Prewitt for their extraordinary care and love. She was preceded in death by her sons, Kenneth and Kaai Hadley; her parents and parents-in-law; her sister, Roberta Prewitt; and brothers Bill, Louis, Ernest and John Vaughn.
A home-going celebration of her life will be held on Monday, November 28, 2016, 11:00am, at Wayman A.M.E. Church, 424 N. Memorial Dr., Racine, WI. The visitation will be at the church from 10:00am until the time of service.
JustineTerry says
My deepest Smpathy for the loss of MrsHadley who will truly be missed .
I send my prayers to the family as they prepare for the home going of loved one.
phyllis long says
To Pops Hadley and family, devastated to hear about Ms. Lil. You all are in my prayers. May the Father comfort, uphold and embrace you in His loving arms. I will miss that glorious smile and infectious laugh. She truly was an ‘angel’ walking among us, and everyone who knew her can count it a blessing to have called her daughter, sister, wife, mother, friend. Much love, Phyllis
Kimberly Allen and family says
To the family i send my prayers and condolences. God bless you and hold you up at this your time of your loved ones homegoing. Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning. Love to you all.
George Sims says
A mother only God is above her you were blessed to have her to the age of 80 sorry for your loss
Tina Marks says
Sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Ms. Lillian. She is one of the kindest, sweetest people I have ever met. She will be missed greatly. I am so honored to have known her.
Mary Jo Jensen says
I was so sorry to hear of Lillian’s passing. I worked with her years ago at the U.C. office when it was still in Racine. She was so kind, thoughtful, and she had the best laugh! Thoughts and prayers to her family, and may she rest in peace.
Barry & Shirley says
We pray that God’s love, grace, and peace surround all of you at this time.
Love
Barry & Shirley
Timm Jensen says
My condolences to the Hadley family on your loss. You are in my prayers. God bless.
Rebecca Ramirez says
I am so sorry for your loss. I was privileged to have sat near Ms, Lillian when I returned to work with DWD. She was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever had the joy of meeting. I still think of her and we still mention her in our conversations here. Her memory still lives on in her old office.
The Hicks Fam. says
RIP