Mildred "Millie" Eldridge, 90, of Washington, passed away at 1:15am Saturday, February 4, 2023 at Apostolic Christian Skylines in Peoria Heights.

She was born August 10, 1932 in Yankton, South Dakota to the late Richard M. and Charlotte B. Wilson Stuelpnagel.  She married Eddie D. Kroeger in 1953.  He preceded her in death in 1960.  She later married Lauren "Larry" Eldridge in 1968.  He preceded her in 1991.  She was also preceded in death by two daughters, Linda Jones, Debbie Hurt; son, Lauren Eldridge Jr.; and two brothers, Jack Stuelpnagel and Karl Stuelpnagel.

Surviving are five children, Dennis (Karen) Kroeger, Michael Kroeger, Judy Hallaron, Scott (Nancy) Kroeger, Barbara Payne; 18 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Chari (Merle) Peterson; and several nieces and nephews.

Millie was a homemaker and former infant swim and adult aquatics instructor.  She was a long time member of the Washington Presbyterian Church where she was very involved in the choir, bell choir, UPW Mariners and on the Session for many years. She enjoyed traveling, gardening, embroidery, swimming, knitting, the symphony, live theatre, and eating out with family and friends. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family.

Cremation has been accorded. Family will receive friends at the Washington Presbyterian Church on February 18, 2023 at 1:00pm followed by lunch at the church.  A celebration of life will be held at a later date.  Deiters Funeral Home and Crematory in Washington is assisting the family with arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to her Washington Presbyterian Church 105 S Elm St, Washington, IL 61571.