Veronica Lea Aten
August 28, 1950 - February 3, 2021
Age 70, of Essex, IL passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at her home. Born August 28, 1950 in Kankakee, IL to the late Anton P. and Ella (nee Leake) Kuhar. She married Larry “Butch” Aten on February 10, 1970 and they made their home in Essex. Veronica was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church and an EMT on the Essex Fire Department. She worked at IGA/Berkot’s for 25 years where she was well known to have a smile and greeting for everyone. Surviving are her daughter, Lisa Shaw (Josh Shaver) of Gardner; grandsons, Logan Shaw of Gardner and Dylan Burton of Essex; great-granddaughter, Journey Smith; brothers, Paul (Jane) Kuhar of FL and Jeff Kuhar of Clifton, IL; sister-in-law, Janise Kuhar of Chebanse, IL; as well as several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death was her husband, Butch Aten (8-15-2018). Visitation will be on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 from 10 AM to 12 PM. All attendees are required to wear face coverings, follow social distancing guidelines, and due to the capacity requirements, please be brief with your condolences to allow other guests to pay their final respects. Private interment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to the Essex Fire Department. For more information and to visit her online guestbook, please log on to www.rwpattersonfuneralhomes.com or find us on Facebook.
Age 70, of Essex, IL passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at her home. Born August 28, 1950 in Kankakee, IL to the late Anton P. and Ella (nee Leake) Kuhar. She married Larry “Butch” Aten on February 10, 1970 and they made their... View Obituary & Service Information