Satorius, Philip

Philip J. Satorius, 92, of Quincy, formerly of Athens, passed away at the Quincy Veteran’s Home on September 28, 2013.

He was born June 26, 1921, in Tallula, the son of Sara Myrtle White and Benjamin Henry Satorius.

He is survived by his wife Rita Niehaus, daughters Sharon Lefferts of Springfield, and Diane Satorius of Pennsylvania; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; five step-children, thirteen step-grandchildren and eighteen step-great-grandchildren; one brother, Richard and his wife, Erma Satorius, several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his brother, Jack Henry and wife, Lorene Satorius.

He honorably served his country in the US Navy from June of 1942 to December of 1945. Philip received a commendation for outstanding service as a Chief Petty Officer on the LCI (L) 10 while serving in numerous campaigns during World War II. After his military service, he farmed for close to 45 years before he retired.

Visitation will be from 11:00 am : 12 noon on Friday, October 4, at Mott & Henning Funeral Home in Athens, IL with services to follow. Burial will be at Camp Butler National Cemetery, 5063 Camp Butler Road, Springfield.

Memorial donations may be made to Athens American Legion Post #129, P.O. Box 42, Athens, IL, 62613.