Arlene Rae Grisolano

Canton- Arlene Rae Grisolano, 82, of Canton, passed away at 11:20 PM on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at Graham Hospital in Canton. She was born on March 26, 1940 in Canton, a daughter of Ernest and Grace (Bandy) Palmer. She married Cecil “Butch” Grisolano on May 5, 1962 in Canton. He preceded her in death on May 1, 1980.

Also preceding her in death is her parents, one sister, one granddaughter, and two great-granddaughters.

Surviving is her children, Gina (Tim) Schrodt of Canton; Cindy (Larry) Kruzan of Bryant; Ernest (Stacey) Grisolano of Canton; nine grandchildren, and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Patricia Kruzan of Canton.

Over the years, Arlene owned and operated several restaurants/bars mostly in Texas and Illinois. She was of the Baptist faith, a member of the Fulton County Women’s Democratic party, and the red hat society.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory, where visitation will be from 10:00 AM until the time of services. Private family burial will take place in Bath Cemetery in Bath, Illinois. Memorials can made to the Western Illinois Special Education Co-op. To view Arlene’s DVD or to leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com