Irene N. Palisch

Irene N. Palisch, 90, of Altenburg passed away Friday, July 2, 2021 at Independence Care Center of Perry County.
She was born Sept. 11, 1930 in Uniontown to Benjamin and Emma “Alma” (Brandes) Bock.
She and Elmer H. Palisch were married Oct. 4, 1952 at Grace Lutheran Church in Uniontown. He preceded her in death Sept. 7, 2001.
Irene was a housekeeper in Cape Girardeau for many years. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altenburg and V.F.W. Auxiliary in Perryville. She was a caregiver to her grandchildren and mother over the years, she loved gardening and flowers.
Survivors include daughter, Colleen Burroughs of Altenburg; two sons, James “Jim” (Tammy) Palisch of Altenburg, and Ronald “Ron” (Char) Palisch of Frohna, nine grandchildren, Justin (Karissa) Burroughs, Ryan (Leslie) Burroughs, Dane Burroughs, Tessa Burroughs, Derek (Heather) Palisch, Olivia (Matt) Oppelt, Colby (Sara) Palisch, Trey (Courtney) Palisch and Drew (Lindsay) Palisch; sixteen great-grandchildren, Addie, Ashton, Ansley, Blair, Emily, Anabelle, Brody, Aubrie, Afton, Greer, Lettie, Collins, Sloane, Alma, Eleanora and Layne.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Elmer H. Palisch; son-in-law, Kenneth Burroughs, two brothers, Alfred Bock and Eldor Bock; sister, Ruth Ponder.
Visitation was Tuesday, July 6, 2021 and Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at Ford & Young East Perry Chapel in Altenburg.
Funeral Service was Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altenburg with the Rev. Frank Lucas officiating.
Burial was at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Altenburg.
Memorial contributions may be given to Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altenburg.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com. Ford & Young East Perry Chapel is in charge of arrangements.