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Marion Tornado Memorial IL237 |
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 Picture courtesy of Jim Kuntz
 Picture courtesy of Jim Kuntz
MARION TORNADO MEMORIAL
In memory of: James Gulledge; Ferne Kobler; Zelma Latham; Lynn Sue Moore; Pauline Pearson; Mae Rader; James Simmons; Helen White; Leona White; Effie Jane Wilson.
On May 29, 1982 at 3:15P.M. a tornado struck Marion leaving 10 dead, 136 injured, 161 homes destroyed, 175 Apts. destroyed, 1000 homeless, and 47 businesses destroyed. 50 Million dollars in losses.
Dedicated in prayer and thanksgiving to those who helped rebuild our city.
Citizens of the City of Marion, May 29, 1983.
N. Market St. & Main St.,Tower Circle, Marion, Williamson County Illinois
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